[Congressional Record Volume 140, Number 68 (Thursday, May 26, 1994)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Printing Office [www.gpo.gov] [Congressional Record: May 26, 1994] From the Congressional Record Online via GPO Access [wais.access.gpo.gov] TRIBUTE TO WATCHUNG ELEMENTARY SCHOOL ______ HON. HERB KLEIN of new jersey in the house of representatives Thursday, May 26, 1994 Mr. KLEIN. Mr. Speaker, I am very proud to rise today to announce that the prestigious Blue Ribbon Schools Award will be given to the Watchung School of Montclair, a public elementary school in my district. As an answer to President Clinton's call to move the Nation towards achieving national education standards under Goals 2000: Educate America, the Blue Ribbon Schools Program initiates the action to fulfill its letter and spirit by pushing our educational system to perform at its best. The Blue Ribbon Schools Program identifies and recognizes a diverse group of public and private schools which display a number of qualities of excellence that will be necessary in tomorrow's schools. The Watchung School is a model public elementary school that is paving the way for a bright and productive future for our community by educating our children with more than numbers and the alphabet, but by teaching our children ``can-do'' attitudes, leadership, and values that contribute to the growth of their souls as well as their minds. The teachers and administrators at Watchung inspire the students to not only learn, but to excel. By fulfilling the criteria used by the Blue Ribbon Schools Program review panel, Watchung School demonstrated excellence with high quality teaching; appropriate, up-to-date curriculum; policies and practices that ensure a safe environment conducive to learning; strong parental involvement; and an environment that conveys the message that all students can learn and achieve. The Watchung School's positive learning environment, visionary curriculum, and strong community leadership make it the ideal recipient of the Blue Ribbon School Award. I congratulate the staff, students, and parents of the Watchung School on their outstanding achievements. ____________________