[Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 85 (Tuesday, May 19, 2026)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E466]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




   HONORING MR. THOMAS TUTWILER FOR OVER 30 YEARS IN MUSIC EDUCATION

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                       HON. EUGENE SIMON VINDMAN

                              of virginia

                    in the house of representatives

                         Tuesday, May 19, 2026

  Mr. VINDMAN. Mr, Speaker, I rise today to honor Mr. Thomas Tutwiler, 
a profound music educator with over 30 years of serving students.
  Mr. Tutwiler built a remarkable career rooted in dedication, 
excellence, and deep passion for music education. He earned a master's 
degree in Choral Conducting from the University of Cincinnati College-
Conservatory of Music and a bacheIor's degree in music education and 
psychology from James Madison University, an academic foundation that 
prepared him to inspire generations of students.
  Over the course of over 30 years, Mr. Tutwiler served at several 
schools and is now completing his 23rd and final year as Choral 
Director at C.D. Hylton High School. Throughout his journey, he has 
made a huge impact on students, parents, teachers, and the broader 
community, shaping the lives of countless young people through music, 
mentorship, and leadership.
  His career includes a huge list of accomplishments. For more than 25 
years, he performed with the Men/Girls/Boys Choirs of the Washington 
National Cathedral, an elite and highly competitive honor requiring 
exceptional sight-reading ability, vocal proficiency, and musicianship. 
In addition, he has served as a guest conductor on the regional, 
district, and county level honor choirs.
  In 2015, Mr. Tutwiler was also named High School Teacher of the Year 
by Dale City in Prince William County, Virginia, and was recognized by 
James Madison University as Alumni Music Educator of the Year. I want 
to personally thank Mr. Tutwiler for the outstanding impact he has had 
on students, parents, colleagues, and the many generations he has 
guided throughout his career.
  Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me in recognizing Mr. Thomas 
Tutwiler for his outstanding service and the tremendous difference he 
has made in our communities. I wish him all the best in his well earned 
retirement.

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