[Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 60 (Monday, March 30, 2026)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E292]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




   HONORING ALEXANDRA FIGUEROA AS A DISTINGUISHED LEADER IN CENTRAL 
                   FLORIDA FOR WOMEN'S HISTORY MONTH

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                            HON. DARREN SOTO

                               of florida

                    in the house of representatives

                         Monday, March 30, 2026

  Mr. SOTO. Mr. Speaker. I rise to honor Alexandra Figueroa as a 
Distinguished Leader in Central Florida for Women's History Month. Born 
and raised in Puerto Rico, Alexandra Figueroa has devoted her life to 
the belief that every child deserves a champion in the classroom. She 
graduated Magna Cum Laude from the University of Puerto Rico, Rio 
Piedras, earning a Bachelor of Arts in Elementary Education with a 
concentration in Special Education.
  With a passion for teaching and a heart committed to service, she 
began her career in Orlando, Florida, where she has faithfully served 
students and families for more than 20 years. Throughout her tenure 
with Orange County Public Schools, including 15 years working with 
students from low-income communities, Ms. Figueroa has been guided by a 
clear and powerful mission: to ensure that every child--regardless of 
background--feels seen, supported, and capable of greatness. She 
currently serves as a primary teacher and instructional leader at 
Village Park Elementary, specializing in early childhood education and 
Exceptional Student Education (ESE). Her classroom is recognized for 
blending rigorous academic instruction with social-emotional learning 
and differentiated strategies that empower students to thrive. By 
meeting children where they are while steadfastly believing in their 
potential, she has helped countless young learners build confidence and 
achieve meaningful growth. In recognition of her profound impact, Ms. 
Figueroa was named the 2026 District Teacher of the Year.
  Beyond her classroom, she mentors fellow educators and supports 
community initiatives that strengthen partnerships between schools and 
families. Across more than two decades of service, Alexandra Figueroa 
exemplifies the spirit of Women's History Month--demonstrating how 
educators transform lives and shape the future through compassion, 
excellence, and unwavering belief in their students.

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