[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 146 (2000), Part 7]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 9637]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]



     TRIBUTE TO GEORGE STRAFACE--FORMER DISTRICT 51 SUPERINTENDENT

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                           HON. SCOTT McINNIS

                              of colorado

                    in the house of representatives

                         Tuesday, June 6, 2000

  Mr. McINNIS. Mr. Speaker, I would like to take this moment to thank 
George Straface for the time he spent as Superintendent of District 51 
in western Colorado. George Straface truly had a passion for education 
and it was evident in the effort he put forth. George dedicated nearly 
20 years of his life to District 51, six of them acting as 
Superintendent. His presence will surely be missed.
  George brought to the District an ability to balance all of the 
difficult tasks that are required of a superintendent. He did his job 
to the best of his ability and influenced all of the educators around 
him. His abilities to listen to and motivate people distinguished him 
in his leadership role. Not only was George able to accommodate the 
many needs of parents, teachers, and students, but also George's strong 
vision helped make the District a reputable model for others around the 
state.
  Mr. Straface will continue his pursuit of furthering education as he 
has agreed to take the position of Head of Schools in Westminster, 
Colorado. I am sure that he will continue to put education as the first 
priority on his agenda and continue to encourage educators to assist 
students in furthering their learning endeavors. I wish him the best of 
luck and thank him for his dedicated effort.

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