[Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 72 (Thursday, April 23, 2026)]
[House]
[Page H3078]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




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INVENTORS HALL OF FAME STEM MIDDLE SCHOOL CHESS TEAM NAMED CHAMPION OF 
                                THE WEEK

  (Mrs. SYKES asked and was given permission to address the House for 1 
minute and to revise and extend her remarks.)
  Mrs. SYKES. Mr. Speaker, today I rise to recognize the National 
Inventors Hall of Fame STEM Middle School chess team as Ohio's 13th 
Congressional District's champion of the week.
  On March 8, the Akron STEM Middle School students brought home both a 
first place and third place team trophy from the Ohio State Chess 
Championship, along with several individual awards. Their outstanding 
performance reflects both their talent and their dedication to 
excellence.
  Under the leadership of Coach Don Glocar, who has been guiding chess 
teams for more than two decades, these students have developed not only 
competitive skills but also discipline and resilience. As Coach Glocar 
says: The goal is simple: work hard, stay focused, and enjoy the game.
  Through hours of practice and competition, these young scholars are 
sharpening critical thinking skills, learning to anticipate challenges, 
and building confidence that will serve them well beyond the classroom. 
Their passion for chess demonstrates that success is not only measured 
in trophies, but in growth, perseverance, and teamwork.
  It is always a pleasure to recognize young people doing remarkable 
things who help make our district the birthplace of champions.
  Achievements like these showcase the strength of our community and 
the bright future of northeast Ohio. These students' hard work has 
certainly made our district proud, and we can't wait to see what the 
future holds.
  Again, I congratulate the chess students of the National Inventors 
Hall of Fame STEM Middle School on their accomplishments and for being 
named champions of the week.

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