[Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 46 (Thursday, March 12, 2026)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E210]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                  RECOGNIZING J.J. PEARCE HIGH SCHOOL

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                          HON. BETH VAN DUYNE

                                of texas

                    in the house of representatives

                        Thursday, March 12, 2026

  Ms. VAN DUYNE. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize the students 
and faculty of J.J. Pearce High School in Richardson, Texas for their 
participation in our 2026 Valentines for Veterans program.
  Through this initiative, students and Junior ROTC members created 
more than 170 Valentine's Day cards for veterans in our North Texas 
community, sharing encouragement, appreciation, and heartfelt support 
with those who have served. Their commitment to honoring our heroes 
helped make this project a tremendous success, contributing to over 
1,800 Valentine's Day cards received by our office.
  This outpouring of kindness reflects the deep gratitude for our 
veterans that remains strong throughout North Texas.
  The creativity and compassion demonstrated by these students are a 
testament to the caring spirit present throughout their school. I 
commend them for their generosity and community involvement and thank 
them for helping make this year's Valentines for Veterans program so 
meaningful. It is an honor to represent them in Texas' 24th District.

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