[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 155 (2009), Part 17]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages 23468-23469]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




                  COMMEMORATING NATIONAL JOB CORPS DAY

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                         HON. HARRY E. MITCHELL

                               of arizona

                    in the house of representatives

                       Thursday, October 1, 2009

  Mr. MITCHELL. Madam Speaker, I rise today to commemorate National Job 
Corps Day on Capitol Hill, which takes place September 23, 2009. This 
day-long event will recognize the 45-year anniversary of Job Corps, 
which has been dedicated to helping young people launch stable careers.
  Since its start, Job Corps has been committed to helping young 
people, ages 16-24,

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get connected with the resources to be successful in the workforce. 
With 123 campuses, Job Corps is a nationwide tool for many young 
Americans to gain the essential education and work skills. I am pleased 
to have such a strong and active branch of the organization right here 
in Maricopa County, serving young people across the valley.
  At its core, Job Corps exemplifies the importance and true value of 
education. As a former teacher, I believe education is the foundation 
for preparing our youth to thrive in the future. Through efforts like 
Job Corps, we can work together to make higher education and careers 
attainable for all youth.
  Madam Speaker, please join me in celebrating the 45th Anniversary of 
Phoenix Job Corps.

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