[Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 86 (Wednesday, May 20, 2026)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E473]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




            HONORING THE GRANT HIGH SCHOOL CONSTITUTION TEAM

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                           HON. MAXINE DEXTER

                               of oregon

                    in the house of representatives

                        Wednesday, May 20, 2026

  Ms. DEXTER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize and congratulate 
the outstanding students of the Constitution Team at Grant High School 
in Portland, Oregon, for their remarkable achievement in earning third 
place at the national civics competition--We the People: The Citizen 
and the Constitution.
  This accomplishment demonstrates both scholarly achievement and a 
serious commitment to civic engagement and public service. At a time 
when our democracy depends upon informed and engaged citizens, these 
students have demonstrated the very best of what civic education can 
inspire.
  Competing against some of the top students from across the Nation, 
the Grant High School team showcased extraordinary dedication, critical 
thinking, and teamwork. Their success is a testament to countless hours 
spent studying constitutional principles, preparing testimony, and 
engaging thoughtfully with the institutions and ideals that shape our 
country.
  I also want to recognize and thank their teacher and coach, Angela 
DiPasquale, whose leadership, mentorship, and commitment to civic 
education helped guide these students to national recognition. 
Educators like Ms. DiPasquale play a vital role in strengthening our 
democracy by empowering young people to understand their rights, 
responsibilities, and ability to create meaningful change in their 
communities.
  It is my honor to include in the Record the names of the students 
representing Grant High School:

       Wren Abbruzzese, Eli Anderson, June Baeck, Elianna Beckham, 
     Silas Blum, Ella Burgess, Sophie Durocher, Maggie Evans, Nico 
     Garcia, Gwyn Gerber, Caspian Green, Sabina Halperin, Morgan 
     Holloway, Rain Hoogen, Nora Isles, Marie Lambert, Margot 
     Kalmanson, Ema Doyle, Henry Wines, Cora Landford-Crick, Ariel 
     Manning, Augustus Martin, Keller Mazzetta, Kate McFarland, 
     Evan Mettler, Cate Moore, Diego Moreno, Tess Nestel, Eli 
     Peterson, Bena Rodecap, Ada Siemens, Brandon Solano-Miranda, 
     Orion Souders, Jacob Snider, Hope Stanley, and Issy Winston.

  Their hard work, intellectual curiosity, and dedication to democratic 
values serve as an inspiration to students and communities across our 
Nation.
  I ask my colleagues to join me in congratulating the Grant High 
School Constitution Team on this extraordinary accomplishment and in 
wishing them continued success in all their future endeavors.

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