[Congressional Record Volume 169, Number 115 (Monday, July 3, 2023)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E636]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




 RECOGNIZING SUPERINTENDENT CHRIS EVANS OF THE NATOMAS UNIFIED SCHOOL 
                       DISTRICT BOARD OF TRUSTEES

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                          HON. DORIS O. MATSUI

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                          Monday, July 3, 2023

  Ms. MATSUI. Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me in honor of 
Superintendent Chris Evans of the Natomas Unified School District Board 
of Trustees. With over 30 years of dedication to academia and 
consistent investment to close the achievement gap, Mr. Evans' 
contribution to Sacramento is indelible.
  Mr. Evans has been in public education since his graduation from 
Sacramento State University in 1993. He spent years as a social studies 
teacher, coach, and an athletic director before his work in 
administration. As principal of Valley High School where he was 
recognized as leading one of Newsweek's Best High Schools in America, 
Mr. Evans soon became the Assistant Superintendent of the Fresno 
Unified School District--the fourth largest district in California,
  During Mr. Evans' twelve-year contribution with Natomas Unified 
School District, he has transitioned students to virtual learning 
during the COVID-19 pandemic and maneuvered a rising student population 
of over 5000 since his initiation. With IB programs available for 
students in grades TK-12, Natomas Unified is mauiculating passionate 
learners that are built for intercultural awareness and respect for 
all. I recognize Mr. Evans' commendable diligence through the expansion 
of the Career Technical Programs, increasing high school graduation 
rates, and student acceptances to Universjty of California schools and 
California State University schools. The Natomas Unified School 
District has been integral for Mr. Evans' collaboration and 
perseverance to growing independent learners and instilling a 
comprehensive and engaging curriculum.
  Mr. Speaker, today we celebrate the retirement of Chris Evans, for 
enriching the Sacramento Area with academic success in the public 
sector. We wish Mr. Evans prosperity as a founder for Action-Oriented 
Leaders and look forward to witnessing his future successes as a 
torchbearer in the Sacramento Area. I thank all those involved with 
supporting our youth with the tools they deserve to thrive in life. Mr. 
Evans' investment in our community and public service is not unnoticed.