[Congressional Record Volume 170, Number 74 (Tuesday, April 30, 2024)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E405]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]





                      RECOGNIZING HEATHER STEWART

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                            HON. MATT GAETZ

                               of florida

                    in the house of representatives

                        Tuesday, April 30, 2024

  Mr. GAETZ. Mr. Speaker, I rise to recognize Mrs. Heather Stewart as 
the 2023-2024 Walton County Teacher of the Year. Since 2008, Mrs. 
Stewart has served the Walton County School District with exceptional 
passion and an unwavering commitment to serving others.
  In Northwest Florida, we are fortunate to have some of the best 
teachers in the Nation. It is recognized that the teaching profession 
is one of the most difficult yet rewarding professions in existence. 
Mrs. Stewart has performed her teaching duties exceptionally, while 
also striving to be an active and supportive member of her community.
  Mrs. Stewart is revered by her Principal and colleagues for her 
incredible willingness to always lend a helping hand. From her fresh 
ideas and brilliant problem-solving skills, her school has been the 
benefactor of meaningful outcomes for all. Mrs. Stewart has been 
instrumental in securing classroom grants for STEM supplies and field 
trips and is helping to expand the agriculture program at her school. 
Her students learn significant real-world skills that better prepare 
them for their future.
  Her support and outreach extend far beyond the walls of her 
classroom. Mrs. Stewart developed the first ever aerospace program at 
her school in conjunction with Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University's 
Gaetz Aerospace Institute. She collaborates with educators from across 
the country to develop NGSS-aligned lessons as a Teacher Ambassador for 
Harvard LabXchange. Mrs. Stewart has displayed dedication to preparing 
the whole child for a life of success by showing students that their 
dreams are possible. I commend her for her steadfast willingness to 
serve those that matter most, the students and youth of our Nation.
  For all of her admirable contributions, I am truly proud to have Mrs. 
Stewart as a constituent in Florida's First Congressional District.
  Mr. Speaker, on behalf of the United States Congress, I am privileged 
to recognize Mrs. Heather Stewart for her accomplishments and her 
commitment to excellence, professionalism, innovation, and 
collaboration in the Walton County School District. I thank her for her 
service and wish her all the best for continued success.

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