[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 163 (2017), Part 6]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 8633]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




                   TRIBUTE TO MRS. CECILIA LAIDEMITT

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                         HON. LINDA T. SANCHEZ

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                          Friday, June 2, 2017

  Ms. SANCHEZ. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to celebrate Mrs. Cecilia 
Laidemitt, the Associate Superintendent of Personnel and Administrative 
Services for the South Whittier School District. After a dedicated and 
impactful 52 years with the district, Mrs. Laidemitt is retiring at the 
end of this school year.
  Mrs. Laidemitt is appreciated and admired by many in this community, 
and has set a high bar for those to follow her. From a young age, Mrs. 
Laidemitt knew teaching was her dream. She attended Whittier College, 
and later received her teaching credentials and began her career at Los 
Altos Elementary School.
  Over the years she has served in a number of roles including teacher, 
principal, and Director of Curriculum. In each position she has brought 
her inspiring attitude and passion for learning. Mrs. Laidemitt often 
stated how she ``loved seeing the light go on for students.'' And it's 
this passion that has made her successful and cherished.
  Her dedication and hard work has not gone unnoticed in the community; 
she is beloved by all she encounters. A truly admirable public servant, 
I wish Mrs. Laidemitt a happy and well-deserved retirement. You are an 
inspiration to us all, and your wisdom and kindness will be greatly 
missed.

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