The statement below was inserted in the Congressional Record. 

“Mr. Speaker, I am proud today to join with my colleagues in passing House Resolution 28, honoring the contributions of Catholic schools to academic excellence.  Catholic schools have enhanced the quality of life for the community, as well as hundreds of thousands of young people who have benefited from its commitment to developing their minds and their spirits.

“I would like to recognize the good work of schools such as Notre Dame High School, Resurrection High School, Northside Catholic Academy Schools, and St. Scholastica Academy in Illinois.  These Catholic schools, like their counterparts, provide critical leadership and support to the intellectual development of the lives of so many in Illinois. With a 95% graduation rate, and 83% rate of continuing on to higher education, catholic schools deserve our recognition for the work they do.

“I applaud the success and commitment of Catholic schools in the 9th Congressional District and in this nation.”