E418 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks April 8, 2019 H.R. 1585. Congress needs to work towards a RECOGNIZING THE 150TH ANNIVER- Established in 1993, The Woodlands Chris- reauthorization of the Violence Against SARY OF WILLOW SPRINGS, MIS- tian Academy (TWCA) is one of our commu- Women Act that removes these poison pills SOURI nity’s most impressive academic institutions. A and puts victims before politics. nondenominational college preparatory school HON. JASON SMITH located in The Woodlands, Texas, TWCA f OF MISSOURI aims to integrate classroom learning with Bib- RECOGNIZING THE 2019 NORTHERN IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES lical faith. TWCA provides programs for over VIRGINIA FOOTBALL HALL OF Monday, April 8, 2019 600 students PreK–12th grade, and pushes them to reach their highest spiritual, academic, FAME INDUCTEES AND AWARD Mr. SMITH of Missouri. Madam Speaker, I RECIPIENTS and social potential. The caliber of their stu- rise today to honor the sesquicentennial birth- dents is matched only by the quality of their day of Willow Springs, Missouri. Located in faculty, whose dedicated commitment to HON. GERALD E. CONNOLLY Howell County, Willow Springs sits at the teaching has shaped countless students and OF VIRGINIA intersections of U.S. Hwy 63 and U.S. Hwy inspired thousands of young learners. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 60, making it the hub of the Ozarks. TWCA has a strong history of preparing its On March 29, 1869, the Willow Springs Post Monday, April 8, 2019 students for success after graduation, with stu- Office was established. The post office was lo- dent ACT and SAT scores continuing to rise cated at the general store of Mr. James Har- Mr. CONNOLLY. Madam Speaker, I rise above the local, state, and national average. ris, a Union veteran of the Civil War. The town today to recognize the Northern Virginia Foot- Students of TWCA often go on to receive remained small until the development of the ball Hall of Fame (NVFHOF) and to congratu- prized competitive scholarships—with an aver- Kansas City, Fort Scott and Memphis railroads late the 2019 inductees and scholarship award age of $103,000 per student being awarded in in the 1880s. The railroad stimulated com- recipients. merit-based college scholarships in 2017 merce and brought new businesses and peo- Participation in organized sports instills alone. many values that will serve our youth well ple to the area who were interested in taking Students at TWCA are notable not only for throughout life, including sportsmanship, team- part in the expansion. their academic achievements, but also for their It is my privilege to acknowledge this his- work, honesty, and the work ethic developed proven ability to be remarkable leaders in their toric birthday before the United States House by striving for success and working to achieve respective industries and communities. a common goal. of Representatives and to honor the people of Through service opportunities and edu- For 29 years, the NVFHOF has recognized Willow Springs, Missouri as they partake in cational experiences in and outside of the the efforts of players, coaches, officials, and this yearlong celebration. classroom, TWCA encourages its students to cheerleaders from local youth and scholastic f engage in responsible citizenship and critical football programs, and has inducted a few ex- BRITTNEY CUMMINGS thinking, and to develop a life-long apprecia- ceptional individuals who have made signifi- tion for learning. TWCA understands the im- cant contributions to the game. In addition, the portance of investing in our students, and NVFHOF presents several student-athletes HON. ED PERLMUTTER OF COLORADO therefore investing in our future. with scholarships to help defray the cost of TWCA would not be where it is today with- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES college. out their fearless leader, Julie Ambler. Julie I commend the NVFHOF and congratulate Monday, April 8, 2019 has been a hardworking member of the faculty the following students, coaches, and commu- Mr. PERLMUTTER. Madam Speaker, I rise since 2006, and now serves as Head of nity leaders who are being recognized during today to recognize and applaud Brittney Cum- School. Under her outstanding leadership and the 29th Annual NVFHOF Awards Banquet: mings for receiving the Adams County Mayors direction, TWCA was named the corporate $2,000 Scholarship Award Recipients: and Commissioners Youth Award. Hometown Hero of The Woodlands by Inter- Conley J. Ku, Miles M. Thompson, Nicholas E. The Youth Award focuses on teenagers who faith in 2017—a well-deserved award for Kuzemka. have overcome personal adversity and cre- someone whose vision and guidance has im- Fairfax County Football Hall of Fame 2019 ated positive changes in their lives and their pacted this community so much. Inductees: Jonathan Allen, Paul Hayden. community. The program provides businesses, This year, we celebrate TWCA’s quarter-of- Football Official of the Year: Frank Hill, Jr. the community and civic leaders an oppor- a-century mark. I thank them for the out- Karl Davey Community Achievement Award: tunity to support young people in their commu- standing impact that the faculty and adminis- Martha Coleman. nities and recognize their accomplishments. tration have made on young people of our Tom Davis Meritorious Service Award: Brittney is the perfect recipient for this award community, and I am proud to join those Derek and Jenni Green. because despite adversities and challenges, across The Woodlands in celebration of their Gene Nelson Commissioner of the Year she has become an inspiration and role model Anniversary. Congratulations on 25 years, I Award: Brandon Miller. for her peers. know that the next 25 will be just as success- High School Coaches of the Year: Mickey The dedication and leadership demonstrated ful. Thompson, Tom Verbanic. by Brittney is exemplary of the type of f High School Players of the Year: Eugene achievement that can be attained with hard Asante, Tyquan Brown, Jordan Houston, work and perseverance. It is essential stu- VIOLENCE AGAINST WOMEN Dakwandre Marshall, Taylor Morin, Christian dents at all levels strive to make the most of REAUTHORIZATION ACT OF 2019 their education and develop a work ethic Yost. SPEECH OF Youth Coaches of the Year: Boomer which will guide them for the rest of their lives. DeConti, Tom Hamm, Rodney Saldivar, Stan- I extend my deepest congratulations to HON. JAIME HERRERA BEUTLER ley Wilkins. Brittney Cummings for this well-deserved rec- OF WASHINGTON Youth Players of the Year: Chase Murchi- ognition. I have no doubt she will exhibit the IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES son, Jaellyn Carlo, George Lynch III, Adam same dedication and character in all of her fu- Wednesday, April 3, 2019 ture accomplishments. Stewart, Jack McLaury, Evan Ross, Chase The House in Committee of the Whole Geter, Cameron Petrey, Dylan Lyerly, Marcus f House on the state of the Union had under Williams, Jaylen Ware, Cash Crosby, Ethen IN HONOR OF THE WOODLANDS consideration the bill (H.R. 1585) to reauthor- Mack-Moore, Tyree Hogan, Christos Proctor, CHRISTIAN ACADEMY 25TH ANNI- ize the Violence Against Women Act of 1994, and for other purposes: Bryson Thompson, Colton Quaker, McCor- VERSARY mack Koopman, Isaiah Ragland, Jake Nielsen, Ms. HERRERA BEUTLER. Mr. Chair, I’ve Donovan Mullins, Clifton Dorsey, Bobby been a strong supporter of VAWA, consistent Schroder. HON. KEVIN BRADY with my vote to advance this important bill to OF TEXAS Madam Speaker, I ask that my colleagues assist victims of domestic abuse. However, IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES join me in congratulating Mark Meana and the H.R. 1585 in its current form is not perfect and Northern Virginia Hall of Fame, as well as Monday, April 8, 2019 I have serious outstanding concerns with the those students, coaches, and community lead- Mr. BRADY. Madam Speaker, today I rise in provisions relating to Second Amendment pro- ers who are being honored at the 2019 Foot- celebration of the 25th Anniversary of The tections. I urge my colleagues to work in a bi- ball Hall of Fame celebration. Woodlands Christian Academy. partisan effort to address these concerns so VerDate Sep 11 2014 05:38 Apr 09, 2019 Jkt 089060 PO 00000 Frm 00004 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A08AP8.005 E08APPT1 SSpencer on DSKBBXCHB2PROD with REMARKS.