[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 159 (2013), Part 8]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 11141]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




               TRIBUTE TO MISS STEPHANIE MICHELLE COLLUM

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                        HON. BENNIE G. THOMPSON

                             of mississippi

                    in the house of representatives

                         Tuesday, July 9, 2013

  Mr. THOMPSON of Mississippi. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor a 
bright young lady, Miss Stephanie Michelle Collum.
  Stephanie Michelle Collum, a lifelong resident of Bentonia, 
Mississippi, was born on September 22, 1994. She is a part of the 2013 
Yazoo County High School graduating class.
  Stephanie believes in the old adage, ``a mind is a terrible thing to 
waste,'' and for this reason she strives for excellence. She is active 
in both school and community activities. She is a member of the 
American Legion, National Honor Society, and both the volleyball and 
softball teams at school. Recently, Stephanie was selected to attend 
the Lock Heed Martin 5th Information Technology Day because of her 
academic achievements. Also she is a member of the JROTC where she was 
promoted to the leadership of 1st Sergeant and received the National 
Fitness Award.
  Stephanie is a faithful member of Pleasant Grove Baptist Church in 
Bentonia, MS where she sings in the choir. Recognizing that each day is 
a gift from God, she strives to live each day with purpose.
  Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me in recognizing Miss 
Stephanie Michelle Collum for her hard work, dedication and a strong 
desire to achieve.

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