[Congressional Record Volume 171, Number 3 (Tuesday, January 7, 2025)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E5]
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                        HONORING NASSER CHIDIAC

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                           HON. GREG STANTON

                               of arizona

                    in the house of representatives

                        Tuesday, January 7, 2025

  Mr. STANTON. Mr. Speaker, I rise to honor the life and legacy of 
Nasser Chidiac, who was tragically lost in a car accident at the age of 
50 on December 7, 2024. An inspiration to all those who crossed his 
path, Mr. Chidiac will forever be remembered for his quiet grace and 
dedication to giving back to others.
  Mr. Chidiac was born in Meyasseh, Lebanon in 1974. He was the 
youngest of six siblings. Four years ago, he came to the United States 
with a dream to inspire young minds and provide for his family still 
living in Lebanon. For three years, he taught mathematics at Tempe High 
School while driving for Uber at night.
  At Tempe High School, his students and colleagues remember him as not 
just an educator, but also a mentor, friend, and dedicated Buffaloes 
fan. While Mr. Chidiac's passion for teaching was evident, his true 
impact lay in the way he connected with his students, who remember Mr. 
Chidiac as someone who always took the extra time to ensure 
understanding, offer words of encouragement, and check in on their 
personal well-being. He rarely missed an opportunity to cheer on his 
students, whether it was in the classroom or on the court sidelines.
  Mr. Chidiac's humility, generosity, and meticulous work ethic will 
leave a lasting legacy in the hearts and minds of all who knew him. Our 
thoughts are with his family, students, and colleagues as they process 
this devastating loss.
  I thank Mr. Chidiac for his dedication to our youth, his family, and 
the greater community. Godspeed.

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