[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 145 (1999), Part 6]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 8163]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]


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         KAREN MIKOLASY: WASHINGTON STATE'S TEACHER OF THE YEAR

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                            HON. JAY INSLEE

                             of washington

                    in the house of representatives

                          Monday, May 3, 1999

  Mr. INSLEE. Mr. Speaker, I am honored to announce that Karen Mikolasy 
has been chosen Washington State's Teacher of the Year.
  Ms. Mikolasy teaches English at Shorecrest High School, located in 
Washington's 1st congressional district. During her 28 years, she has 
become famous for being not only a remarkable teacher, but also a 
tireless champion of her students' talents. She never fails to help 
them strive for excellence. She has devoted countless hours of selfless 
service to the most valuable resource in this country--our children. 
Her gift of teaching gives her students the intellectual tools to 
become successful and productive members of society.
  Mr. Speaker, there is nothing that impacts America's social, economic 
and political future more than the quality of learning that happens in 
our schools. I do not believe educators are given nearly the amount of 
accolades they deserve, so I appreciate the chance to simply say: thank 
you for the important and meaningful work you do.
  With teachers like Karen Mikolasy, I am confident that today's 
students will become tomorrow's leaders.
  Thank you, Karen Mikolasy, for your commitment to education and 
congratulations, again, on becoming Washington State's Teacher of the 
Year.

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