[Congressional Record Volume 169, Number 158 (Thursday, September 28, 2023)]
[Senate]
[Page S4749]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                       TRIBUTE TO ESTELA GONZALEZ

 Mr. RUBIO. Mr. President, I recognize Estela Gonzalez, the 
Glades County Teacher of the Year from West Glades School in LaBelle, 
FL.
  Estela attends every school event for students, dressing in costume 
or as the school's mascot. She often spends time on the playground with 
the younger grade levels, developing relationships with her future 
students. She does this because she knows earning a student's trust 
early on is important to their success.
  Estela's commitment to students results in many asking to be in her 
classroom. Once in her classroom, she holds students to high 
expectations and develops cooperative teaching strategies to teach 
students and ignite a passion for learning. Estela also shares her 
plans with her fellow teachers to ensure all of their students reach 
their full potential.
  Estela has taught third grade at West Glades High School since 2017. 
She has also served as the co-athletic director to ensure students have 
a sports season. She has led the accelerated reading committee and 
involves herself in other committees when needed throughout the school 
year.
  I extend my deepest gratitude and best wishes to Estela for her 
commitment to her students. I look forward to hearing about her 
continued good work in the years to come.

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