[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 157 (2011), Part 2] [Extensions of Remarks] [Pages 2824-2825] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]GENE HAYNES ______ HON. LEE TERRY of nebraska in the house of representatives Monday, February 28, 2011 Mr. TERRY. Mr. Speaker, it is my pleasure to rise during Black History Month to remember the important contributions African Americans have made to our nation and to honor the extraordinary people who continue to help shape my community of Omaha and our great nation. Today, I would like to pay special tribute to Gene R. Haynes, one of the thousands of successful and talented African Americans in the Second Congressional District of Nebraska. Gene Haynes grew up poor and in segregated schools in the South. His three older brothers moved to Omaha for packing-house work to help put him through college. After college, Mr. Haynes followed his family to Omaha and along with his wife, Annie Haynes, began teaching in 1967. He went on to become the principal of Omaha North High Magnet School and an inspirational leader in the community. He is known for being a hands on and motivational educator who has contributed greatly to the [[Page 2825]] school's development Dedicated to preparing students for their role in a highly technological and global society, he oversaw the complete renovation of the building's infrastructure and the addition of 30,000 square feet of facilities focusing on technology, mathematics, science and engineering. During his time at North, Haynes has been part of a number of creative programs designed to empower students, engage parents and bring the business community into the school. In addition to his loyal service to his students, Gene Haynes is active in several local, state, and national organizations. He has been an integral part of The North Omaha Project Impact, Urban League of Nebraska, Fellowship of Christian Athletes, National Association of Secondary School Principals, and the Pacesetter Scholarship Committee. I am proud to recognize and honor this highly-esteemed and dedicated educator for nearly a half century of service to the Omaha community. ____________________