[Congressional Record Volume 170, Number 103 (Tuesday, June 18, 2024)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E649]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]





      COMMENDING HEMHARSITH SIVAKUMAR GAYATHRI ON RECEIPT OF THE 
                      CONGRESSIONAL MEDAL OF 2024

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                           HON. WILEY NICKEL

                           of north carolina

                    in the house of representatives

                         Tuesday, June 18, 2024

  Mr. NICKEL. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor our 2024 Congressional 
Medalist recipient from North Carolina's 13th Congressional District, 
Hemharsith Sivakumar Gayathri. At such a young age, Mr. Gayathri has 
demonstrated tremendous leadership, academic excellence, and commitment 
to his community.
  Hemharsith has been recognized for his academic and community 
contributions with the Outstanding Academic Excellence Award from the 
President of the United States and the Community Oscar Award for 
Outstanding Student of the Year.
  In a testament to his determination and skill, Hemharsith is an FAA-
certified glider pilot, who embarked on his journey in gliding at the 
age of 14 on August 14, 2021. He achieved a significant milestone on 
October 22, 2022, by completing his Glider Solo. His dedication and 
perseverance led to the attainment of his Glider License at the age of 
16 on July 2, 2023, marking a remarkable milestone in his aviation 
journey.
  Hemharsith has showcased exceptional leadership by founding the South 
Garner High School Cadet Titan Corps and actively engaging in the Civil 
Air Patrol, where he achieved the esteemed rank of Cadet 1st Lieutenant 
and was honored as the recipient of The Mitchell Award.
  Hemharsith's dedication to community service is evident through his 
roles as a junior volunteer firefighter at Fairview Fire Department, a 
certified Red Cross lifeguard, and an active volunteer in various 
flying associations.
  Hemharsith is also a leader in academics and is ranked among the top 
few in his class at South Garner High School. He has committed himself 
to excel further in learning and is a high-achieving student in the CCP 
program at Wake Tech Community College.
  Mr. Speaker, I ask my esteemed colleagues to join me in extending our 
heartfelt congratulations and best wishes to Hemiharsith Sivakumar 
Gayathri as he accepts the Congressional Medal for 2024. His commitment 
to service, perseverance, and academics represents the best of our 
state, reminding us all of the impact one person can have on the world 
around us.
  A sincere and heartfelt congratulations to Mr. Gayathri on this well-
deserved recognition.

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