[Congressional Record Volume 170, Number 108 (Thursday, June 27, 2024)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E675]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                     RECOGNIZING DAVID HAGLUND, PhD

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                           HON. ERIC SWALWELL

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                        Thursday, June 27, 2024

  Mr. SWALWELL. Mr. Speaker, I rise to recognize Pleasanton Unified 
School District Superintendent David Haglund on his retirement after 
seven years of service with the Pleasanton Unified School District on 
Thursday, August 1, 2024.
  A native of Southern California, David received his Bachelors degree 
from Hope International University in 1985. He immediately took his 
talents to the classroom and began teaching for ten years. He then 
returned to school to receive his Master's degree in Educational 
Leadership from California Baptist University and a Doctorate in urban 
school leadership from the University of Southern California.
  David began his career in school administration by serving the 
Riverside Unified School District in various leadership roles for 15 
years.
  When he began his tenure with Pleasanton Unified School District, 
David immediately addressed some of the district's most pressing 
issues. He stewarded a $270 million bond measure for school facility 
upgrades and fiercely advocated for several other policies and measures 
that improved student performance and experience.
  David states that his favorite moments of each school year are the 
fist day of school and graduation, because they provide him the 
opportunity to tell every student how proud he is of them.
  From his experience in the classroom to leading an entire school 
district, David has firsthand experience in every aspect of the 
educational process. He has demonstrated a level of connection with 
students, staff, and community members that every educator should 
strive for. His commitment to improving the learning environment of 
every student and staff member will be evident long after his 
retirement.
  I thank David for his exceptional educational leadership at the 
Pleasanton Unified School District for seven years. His cheerful 
presence and creative thinking will be deeply missed. I wish him well-
deserved rest and relaxation as he returns to Southern California to 
spend time with his family, including his three grandchildren.

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