[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 149 (2003), Part 16]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 21829]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




                          HONORING CYNDY SIMMS

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                           HON. SCOTT McINNIS

                              of colorado

                    in the house of representatives

                     Wednesday, September 10, 2003

  Mr. McINNIS. Mr. Speaker, I rise before this body of Congress and 
this nation today to recognize a dedicated educator from my district. 
Over the last two decades, Cyndy Simms has provided Steamboat Springs, 
Colorado with exemplary service as the school district's Assistant 
Superintendent and Superintendent over the last two decades. As Cyndy's 
career now takes her to Washington State, I am proud to honor the 
determination and legacy that she leaves with Steamboat's school 
system.
   Cyndy accepted the school district Assistant Superintendent position 
shortly after arriving in Steamboat Springs in 1983. She revolutionized 
many aspects of the Steamboat Springs School District in that position 
as well as in her subsequent service as Superintendent. With her 
consensus model of decision-making, Cyndy forged a relationship between 
the school district and the community which remains strong today. The 
school district has come a long way under Cyndy's stewardship. Cyndy 
cherished her position as Superintendent and the opportunity it gave 
her to impact so many students' lives.
   Mr. Speaker, I am proud to stand before this body of Congress today 
to express my admiration for Cyndy Simms and her service and devotion 
to the students of Steamboat. Individuals like Cyndy personify the 
dedication and commitment necessary to impart strong values to future 
generations and allow them the opportunity to succeed. Thank you, 
Cyndy, for your dedication and selfless public service. I wish you all 
the best in your future endeavors.

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