[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 150 (2004), Part 9]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 11797]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




                      HONORING MR. JAMES McILVAIN

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                       HON. THADDEUS G. McCOTTER

                              of michigan

                    in the house of representatives

                         Tuesday, June 8, 2004

  Mr. McCOTTER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in honor of Mr. James 
McIlvain upon his retirement after 37 years of service to Wayne-
Westland Community Schools.
  Mr. James McIlvain has had a long and distinguished career in 
academia. Following his graduation from Ohio State University where he 
developed a love of history, government and politics, James was led to 
the noble profession of teaching. Beginning his career in 1967 at Adams 
Junior High School, he taught United States History and Geography 
contributing to the education of countless students and enriching the 
lives of the students, families, staff and faculty around him. After 
advancing excellence in the classroom, James became a guidance 
counselor where he served as a role model promoting good character and 
helping students as they made the transition into adulthood. 
Undoubtedly, the everlasting legacy of James's work can be seen in the 
community, as he has helped create the future generation of leaders.
  His wife, Susan, and his two daughters, Becky and Kelly, should be 
extremely proud of the undeniable mark he has left on the community. We 
at home will remember and always benefit from his dedication and 
leadership.
  Mr. Speaker, I extend my sincere appreciation to Mr. James McIlvain 
upon his retirement as a John Glenn High School Guidance Counselor and 
for his fine service to our country.

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