[Congressional Record Volume 170, Number 124 (Tuesday, July 30, 2024)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E785]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




           RECOGNIZING TEXAS-24 HOMETOWN HERO ANNABELLA PERK

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                          HON. BETH VAN DUYNE

                                of texas

                    in the house of representatives

                         Tuesday, July 30, 2024

  Ms. VAN DUYNE. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize our Texas-24 
Hometown Hero, Coppell High School student, Annabella Perk. At age 
four, Annabella Perk already had her sights set on becoming a chef. 
Last month, after winning district and regional titles, she competed 
against students from every county in the Lone Star State and secured 
the statewide title at the 4-H Food Show at Texas A&M.
  Annabella took home the overall first place title for her main dish, 
seared duck breast with couscous, zucchini, and squash, and also helped 
her team, ``2 Cowgirls and a Cajun,'' win second place in the food 
challenge category. Despite facing learning disabilities, Annabella has 
demonstrated immense culinary talent, honing her skills over the years. 
Beyond her abilities as a masterful chef, she is a member of the 
National Honor Society and founded Coppell High School's first Culinary 
Club. In Annabella's own words, glass ceilings are there to be broken.
  Congratulations to Annabella on becoming a state cooking champion.

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