[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 157 (2011), Part 7]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 10077]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




   RECOGNIZING BRITNI, A SENIOR AT EXCELSIOR PREPARATORY HIGH SCHOOL

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                         HON. GREGORY W. MEEKS

                              of new york

                    in the house of representatives

                         Friday, June 24, 2011

  Mr. MEEKS. Mr. Speaker, I rise to recognize a student of the Month 
from the Sixth Congressional District of New York.
  Every month I seek to recognize students for their outstanding 
achievements and exceptional stride.
  I am here to recognize a student who warmed my heart. Britni is a 
senior at Excelsior Preparatory High School and is set to graduate this 
month. She is a very determined young lady who has served as the 
manager of the soccer team, was involved in the school's talent show, 
and participated in other school events despite her unique needs.
  Britni participated in the Upward Bound Program at Queens College, 
which focuses on improving academic achievement.
  Britni has excelled academically, passed Regents Examinations in 
various subjects, received commendations for passing all her classes, 
and has gone above and beyond to overcome social and academic 
challenges.
  Her family and friends have encouraged and motivated her to focus on 
her strengths and abilities. I am confident that she will be accepted 
into a college that will continue to support her academically and 
socially to ensure her success. Britni's Principal was extremely proud 
to recognize her hard work in school and the positive accomplishments 
that she continues to achieve. She is a great inspiration and a true 
example that if you work hard to achieve your goals, you can succeed.

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