[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 161 (2015), Part 1]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 202]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




  HONORING SPRING AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL FOR BEING NAMED A NATIONAL 
                           BLUE RIBBON SCHOOL

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                          HON. DANIEL LIPINSKI

                              of illinois

                    in the house of representatives

                       Wednesday, January 7, 2015

  Mr. LIPINSKI. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to congratulate Spring Avenue 
Elementary School for receiving the prestigious 2014 U.S. Department of 
Education National Blue Ribbon School Award.
  In 1982, The Department of Education established the National Blue 
Ribbon Schools Program to recognize public and private schools boasting 
high or significantly improved achievement. The program's goal is to 
identify aspects of thriving American schools in order to replicate 
their success. I am proud that Spring Avenue Elementary School in La 
Grange has been honored as one of those exceptional schools.
  Led by Principal Elizabeth Webb Peterman, the mission of Spring 
Avenue School is to empower students to pursue their interests and 
dreams. The teachers support and nurture the students while they work 
to empower these talented students to achieve their highest potential 
in every area. Each student at Spring Avenue School feels that they are 
a valued member of the school community and will be prepared for their 
future academic and career success. With the help of the community, the 
faculty and staff work to create a positive difference for each 
student.
  The key to Spring Avenue School's success is their goal-based school 
improvement plan. Their professional development is focused around how 
to help each and every child advance at the expected rate of 
improvement and beyond. Together with the community, the faculty is 
helping create a safe, advanced learning environment.
  Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me in recognizing Spring 
Avenue Elementary School for this significant achievement and 
congratulating the staff, parents, students, and community.

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