[Congressional Record Volume 170, Number 140 (Tuesday, September 10, 2024)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E880]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                      HONORING SAMMIA ALLEN-THOMAS

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                        HON. BENNIE G. THOMPSON

                             of mississippi

                    in the house of representatives

                      Tuesday, September 10, 2024

  Mr. THOMPSON of Mississippi. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to celebrate 
and honor the exceptional accomplishments of Sammia Allen-Thomas, a 
remarkable student from Yazoo City High School.
  Ranking fourth in her graduating class, Sammia's extensive list of 
achievements speaks volumes about her dedication, talent, and hard 
work. Her academic honors include the Highest Honor, Distinguished 
Academic Endorsement, Mississippi Delta Honor Graduate, ACT 20 Plus 
Club with a score of 24--the second highest ACT score in the district--
Miss ACT for both the 2022-2023 and 2023-2024 academic years; and 
memberships in the National Honor Society, National Technology Honor 
Society, and Beta Club. She also served as Vice President of both the 
Math and Science Club and the National Technical Honor Society.
  Balancing a demanding academic schedule, Sammia also excelled in 
athletics. She was the co-captain of the cheer team for three years, 
earning the title of UCA All American Cheerleader. Additionally, she 
served as the co-captain of the softball team, being named Softball MVP 
and All District Player.
  Her hard work has been recognized through numerous awards and 
scholarships, including the National JROTC Sojourners Award, Delta 
Honor Scholar, Gerald D. Peyton Scholarship, Yazoo Keeper Scholarship, 
21 Club Pageant winner and Scholarship, Community Solutions of 
Mississippi Scholarship, the fourth Annual Shanda Allen-Smith 
Educational Scholarship, and the Yazoo City High School Class of 1992 
Scholarship, Sammia has also been awarded a full academic scholarship 
to Mississippi Valley State University, where she plans to major in 
Early Childhood Education and join the cheer team. She aspires to open 
a preschool to provide young children with a strong educational 
foundation.
  Beyond her academic and athletic pursuits, Sammia has demonstrated a 
strong commitment to civic duty. She has volunteered at nursing homes, 
assisted fellow students with ACT preparation, and actively 
participated in church activities at New King Solomon M.B. Church. 
Through these efforts, she has made meaningful contributions to her 
community, fostering unity and compassion.
   Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me in congratulating Sammia 
Allen-Thomas for her outstanding achievements. Her story is a testament 
to the power of dedication, resilience, and community support. As she 
embarks on her journey at Mississippi Valley State University, we wish 
her continued success and look forward to the positive impact she will 
undoubtedly make in the future.

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