[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 145 (1999), Part 3]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 3783]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




                     RIFFENBURGH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

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                           HON. BOB SCHAFFER

                              of colorado

                    in the house of representatives

                        Thursday, March 4, 1999

  Mr. SCHAFFER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to pay humble tribute to the 
students, teachers, and parents of Riffenburgh Elementary School in 
Colorado for their efforts to help a family in need during the 
holidays. Sadly, a local family's home was destroyed by fire. I commend 
the faculty of the school as well as all the students, parents, and 
individuals who contributed to their special efforts. Their selfless 
dedication has provided warmth, comfort, and happiness to the Lund 
family in light of this recent tragedy, and to other families less 
fortunate than most. That the school produced so much for these needy 
families is testament to the true meaning of the spirit of Christmas 
and Hanukkah. Let us remember, as these good people have, that the 
holiday season is one of giving, one of joy, and one of hope. Let the 
children's example during the holidays be a beacon to us all throughout 
the year.

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