[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 154 (2008), Part 9]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 13299]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




                   COMMENDING REEVE FIDLER OF GROTON

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                           HON. NIKI TSONGAS

                            of massachusetts

                    in the house of representatives

                         Friday, June 20, 2008

  Ms. TSONGAS. Madam Speaker, I rise to honor Reeve Fidler of Groton, 
Massachusetts, who will receive the Congressional Award bronze, silver 
and gold medals. It is my privilege to honor Reeve who has worked to 
better himself and his community.
  The Congressional Award recognizes initiative, achievement, and 
service in young people. Reeve exemplifies all of these qualities. The 
award's recipients represent the best of America--they are committed to 
self-improvement, hard work, and community service.
  Reeve performed over 400 hours of community service, managing the 
snack shack at his town's athletic fields. The profits he earned 
selling concessions went to fund the town's youth soccer program. Reeve 
also volunteered as a teacher's aide at the Groton Children's Center.
  In addition to helping his community, Reeve set personal development 
goals. He received certification to become a soccer referee and 
subsequently worked as an official for youth games in his town. To 
complete the physical fitness goal, Reeve played for his high school's 
varsity tennis team, and for his expedition requirement, Reeve explored 
the coast of southern Maine.
  It is also important to acknowledge that Reeve and the other 
extraordinary young people receiving the Congressional Award were not 
alone in their work to achieve their goals. Along the way, they were 
guided by the helping hands of parents, teachers, and mentors, who 
provided constant encouragement and support.
  Today, I honor Reeve's hard work and dedication. His dedication to 
community service and personal development should be admired and 
emulated.

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