[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 153 (2007), Part 18]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 25956]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




                    HONORING BERGEN COUNTY ACADEMIES

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                         HON. STEVEN R. ROTHMAN

                             of new jersey

                    in the house of representatives

                      Thursday, September 27, 2007

  Mr. ROTHMAN. Madam Speaker, I rise today in recognition of the Bergen 
County Academies, whose outstanding work has been rewarded with the 
Intel Schools of Distinction Award which commends their superior math 
and science programs.
  The Intel Schools of Distinction Award recognizes kindergarten 
through twelfth grade schools that promote 21st Century learning skills 
in math and science. One elementary, one middle, and one high school in 
each of two categories--math and science--will receive a $10,000 cash 
grant and $150,000 in products and services from the award's sponsors. 
In order to be considered as an Intel School of Distinction, schools 
must develop an environment and curricula that meet or exceed 
benchmarks, including national mathematics and science content 
standards. Bergen County Academies was one of only six schools selected 
to receive this honorable distinction nationwide.
  The classes at Bergen County Academies--from the pre-kindergarten 
class to the twelfth grade--have demonstrated excellence in 
implementing innovative programs that support positive student 
achievement in math and science, effectively use technology, and 
leverage the benefits of teamwork in the development of superior 
classroom teachers. Winning schools serve as models for educators 
across the country.
  Madam Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join with me today in 
commending Principal Daniel Jaye, the staff, and students of Bergen 
County Academies for their outstanding commitment to excellence in math 
and science. They are a great credit to our community and entire 
country.

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