[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 147 (2001), Part 16]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 22777]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]



     PAYING TRIBUTE TO THE STUDENTS OF ROY MOORE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

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                           HON. SCOTT McINNIS

                              of colorado

                    in the house of representatives

                      Thursday, November 15, 2001

  Mr. McINNIS. Mr. Speaker, I would like to take this opportunity to 
recognize the students of Roy Moore Elementary School of Silt, Colorado 
and thank them for their dedication to helping the children of 
Afghanistan. The students, led by their student council, have begun 
efforts to raise money for America's Fund for Afghan Children. They 
began their effort following President Bush's call to help the Afghan 
children caught in the current conflict.
  The students have been occupied with finding the means to earn 
dollars and donate money to the fund for some time. Several students 
have donated allowances, found chores to earn money and contributed 
from their savings. The school has raised more than $200.00 for the 
children in Afghanistan.
  The students of Roy Moore Elementary have shown great kindness and 
compassion by their efforts. More importantly, they have realized that 
the children in this conflict are not responsible for the attacks on 
this country and that they too, are victims in this struggle. Their 
efforts can act as a model for other schools around the country 
participating in this worthy endeavor.
  Mr. Speaker, it gives me great pleasure to recognize the students of 
Roy Moore Elementary School for their efforts to such a noble cause. 
The students and faculty have brought great credit to themselves for 
dedicating their resources to those in need. As we all look for a way 
to help, Roy Moore Elementary deserves the praise and admiration of 
this body as we commend them for their contributions.




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