[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 150 (2004), Part 11]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 15167]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




                     PAYING TRIBUTE TO LESLIE KEERY

                                 ______
                                 

                           HON. SCOTT McINNIS

                              of colorado

                    in the house of representatives

                         Monday, July 12, 2004

  Mr. McINNIS. Mr. Speaker, I would like to take this opportunity to 
pay tribute to Leslie Keery of Rifle, Colorado, for her dedication to 
the students of Rifle High School. As an art instructor, Leslie has 
positively impacted the lives of both her colleagues and students. 
Leslie is aiding kids in developing their artistic and creative skills 
for use in future careers and I would like to join my colleagues here 
today in recognizing her before this body of Congress and this nation 
for her dedication to her students and her success in the classroom.
  Leslie was recently honored with the local Walmart Teacher of the 
Year Award; that is awarded based upon the written essays of students 
and staff members. Her recognition as a special teacher was also 
complemented with a one thousand dollar donation to the art department, 
an opportunity to compete for the state competition and a nomination 
for the national Teacher of the Year Award.
  Mr. Speaker, Leslie Keery has done much to enrich the lives of the 
students at Rifle High School and her community, and I am honored to 
bring her accomplishments before this body of Congress and this nation. 
Congratulations on your award, Leslie, and I wish you all the best in 
your future endeavors.

                          ____________________