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RECOGNIZING MS. LESLIE COONE AS THE WALTON COUNTY, FLORIDA TEACHER OF
THE YEAR
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HON. MATT GAETZ
of florida
in the house of representatives
Tuesday, February 2, 2021
Mr. GAETZ. Madam Speaker, I rise to recognize Ms. Leslie Coone as the Walton County Teacher of the Year. For twelve years, Ms. Coone has served the Walton County School District with talent, passion, and an unwavering commitment to serving her students.
In Northwest Florida, we are fortunate to have some of the best teachers in the Nation. It is recognized that teaching is one of the most difficult professions--yet also one of the most rewarding. Ms. Coone has performed her teaching duties exceptionally, while also being an active and supportive member of her community.
Ms. Coone is revered by her Principal and colleagues for her incredible willingness to always lend a helping hand. She holds high expectations for each student, and strives to help them discover their true potential; additionally, she engages her students with
``Accountable Talk'' and ``Stop-n-Jots.''
Her support and outreach extend far beyond the walls of her third-
grade math class through her involvement as an ILDA teacher, School Improvement Team member, and Grade Level Chair. Ms. Coone has displayed dedicated teamwork as a teacher mentor, and assists new teachers by sharing the knowledge and skills she has acquired throughout her own teaching career. I commend her for her steadfast willingness to serve those who matter most--the students and youth of our Nation.
For all of her admirable contributions to our community, I am truly proud to have Ms. Coone as a constituent in Florida's First Congressional District.
Madam Speaker, on behalf of the United States Congress, I am privileged to recognize Ms. Leslie Coone for her many accomplishments, and her commitment to excellence, professionalism, innovation, and collaboration in the Walton County School District. I thank her for her service, and wish her all the best for her continued success.
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SOURCE: Congressional Record Vol. 167, No. 19
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