[Congressional Record Volume 169, Number 148 (Wednesday, September 13, 2023)]
[House]
[Page H4270]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




       RECOGNIZING TY WHITE AS ARIZONA'S 2023 TEACHER OF THE YEAR

  The SPEAKER pro tempore. The Chair recognizes the gentleman from 
Arizona (Mr. Ciscomani) for 5 minutes.
  Mr. CISCOMANI. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Arizona's 2023 
Teacher of the Year, Mr. Ty White, a chemistry teacher at Wilcox High 
School in Wilcox, Arizona.
  Mr. White, known for his dedication to his students in and out of the 
classroom, embodies all that a parent wants to see in their children's 
teachers.
  He serves as a founding board member of InSimEd, a nonprofit that 
helps students participate in STEM-related experiential learning 
opportunities. He also sponsors other initiatives at Wilcox High School 
aimed at finding ways for his students to gain real world industry 
experiences.
  Mr. White has been widely honored by other organizations across the 
country, including being recognized as the 2023 National Rural 
Education Association's National Teacher of the Year, the Air and Space 
Force Association's Arizona Teacher of the Year, and the first runner-
up for the Air and Space Force Association's National Teacher of the 
Year.
  His commitment to the next generation is unmatched. I am incredibly 
proud to have him in our district. I know his students will walk away 
from his class and the programs he runs with lifelong lessons.
  Because of his tireless efforts, people in my district are developing 
an interest in STEM fields and growing their love for learning.
  Mr. Speaker, I am honored to represent Ty White and the committed 
educators like him. Congratulations to Mr. White on this well-deserved 
recognition.


                     HIGHLIGHTING THE TOWN OF PIMA

  Mr. CISCOMANI. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to highlight the town of 
Pima, one of the many unique and special rural communities in my 
district. This town has a long history of bravery, service, and 
sacrifice.
  This town, during World War II, lost 27 men, accounting for the 
greatest loss suffered by any community in the country on a per capita 
basis.
  Today, a memorial to these men stands at the local high school. I was 
able to spend some time in Pima over the August work period, and I had 
the opportunity to visit their local fire station.
  Like many communities across the country, these firefighters are all 
a volunteer force. I was inspired by these individuals' commitment to 
their community, running toward the danger when their neighbors need 
them most.
  It is clear that these Arizonans have a strong dedication to not only 
each other and their community, but service to our country as a whole.
  Mr. Speaker, I am honored to represent them in Congress.

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