[Congressional Record Volume 170, Number 140 (Tuesday, September 10, 2024)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E878-E879]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




         HONORING THE 75TH ANNIVERSARY OF JEFFERSON HIGH SCHOOL

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                         HON. VERONICA ESCOBAR

                                of texas

                    in the house of representatives

                      Tuesday, September 10, 2024

  Ms. ESCOBAR. Mr. Speaker, I rise to recognize and celebrate the 75th 
anniversary of Jefferson High School.
  Established in 1949, under the leadership of its first principal, Mr. 
J.M. Whitaker. Jefferson High School has been the institution that has 
provided an excellent education to generations of students from the 
South-Central community. Better known as the `Silver Foxes,' students 
and alumni proudly represent Jefferson all throughout El Paso, the 
country, and the world. From Ricardo Samaniego, our El Paso County 
Judge, Alberto Almanza, an Olympian who competed in 1960 and 1964, and 
numerous of veterans and servicemembers who have served in all branches 
of the military in pursuit of liberty and justice. Jefferson has a 
saying `once a fox, always a fox'--and Jefferson students and alumni 
are always proud of their community and where they come from.

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  I would also like to recognize all the teachers, faculty, and staff 
of Jefferson for their dedication and tireless work to enrich the lives 
of students, empower them to become productive citizens, and leaders in 
their communities. It takes a village to educate and raise children and 
without their work, Jefferson High School would not be able to operate.
  I ask all Members to join me today in honoring Jefferson High School 
for their 75 years of educational excellence and its profound impact on 
the lives of countless students, families, and the broader community. 
Long live Jeff (Viva la Jeff).

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