[Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 58 (Friday, March 27, 2026)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E282]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                       RECOGNIZING DIANE KORNEGAY

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                          HON. DANIEL WEBSTER

                               of florida

                    in the house of representatives

                         Friday, March 27, 2026

  Mr. WEBSTER of Florida. Mr. Speaker, I rise to recognize Lake County 
Superintendent Diane Kornegay for being named Florida's 2026 
Superintendent of the Year by the Florida Association of District 
Schools Superintendents.
  The Florida Association of District School Superintendents has 
honored outstanding leadership in public education through this program 
since 1988. Ms. Kornegay's selection reflects her dedication to 
students, her commitment to excellence, and her significant 
contributions to education.
  Ms. Kornegay has served as Lake County's superintendent since 
December 2016 and has more than 35 years of experience in public 
education. She is also active in state and local education 
organizations and has received numerous awards recognizing her 
leadership and service.
  Under her leadership, Lake County Schools earned an A-rating from the 
Florida Department of Education in 2025 for the first time since 2008. 
The district has also seen strong improvements in graduation rates and 
overall academic performance. Additionally, accelerated programs such 
as AICE, Advanced Placement, and International Baccalaureate, invested 
in new schools and campus improvements, and enhanced safety measures.
  It it is my pleasure to recognize Ms. Kornegay for this remarkable 
achievement, and I thank her for her dedicated service to Lake County's 
students and families. I am honored to represent Lake County in the 
United States House of Representatives.

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