[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 149 (2003), Part 5]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 7197]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




                 COMMENDING CARPENTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

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                            HON. MIKE ROGERS

                              of michigan

                    in the house of representatives

                        Thursday, March 20, 2003

  Mr. ROGERS of Michigan. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to commend 
Carpenter Elementary School for being named a Michigan Blue Ribbon 
Exemplary School. This award is given to those elementary schools that 
exemplify educational excellence. It is designed to identify and give 
public recognition to outstanding schools that achieve high academic 
standards, to make available a comprehensive framework of key criteria 
for school effectiveness, and to communicate best practices for 
educational success among Michigan schools.
  Through hard work and dedication, Carpenter Elementary has met those 
criteria. It provides year-round education for its students, and even 
holds, ``intercessions,'' which are optional five day theme-based 
learning experiences made available during vacation periods. By using 
this format, the school reduces time spent in review, enhances student 
retention of learning, and improves student and staff attitude and 
attendance.
  Mr. Speaker, Carpenter Elementary School is to be recognized for 
earning the Michigan Blue Ribbon Exemplary School Award. They are an 
example of the tremendous potential elementary schools have to make a 
difference in the lives of their students. Therefore, I ask my 
colleagues to join me in thanking the teachers and administration at 
Carpenter Elementary School for their commitment to excellence and 
their desire to provide students with a high-quality education. I would 
also like to ask my colleagues to join me in wishing them good fortune 
in the future.

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