Volume 146, No. 143 covering the 2nd Session of the 106th Congress (1999 - 2000) was published by the Congressional Record.
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“RECOGNITION OF THE LEARN SHOP, INC.” mentioning the Environmental Protection Agency was published in the Extensions of Remarks section on pages E2067-E2068 on Nov. 2, 2000.
The publication is reproduced in full below:
RECOGNITION OF THE LEARN SHOP, INC.
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HON. CONSTANCE A. MORELLA
of maryland
in the house of representatives
Thursday, November 2, 2000
Mrs. MORELLA. Mr. Speaker, it is with great pride that I recognize the achievements of Learn Shop, Inc., a Montgomery County based United Way organization that is dedicated to improving economically disadvantaged school communities throughout the Baltimore-Washington Metropolitan area. Entering its second year, their ``Drive for Supplies'' program has made significant advances towards reducing poverty in school communities by aiding underprivileged students, schools, and communities. This creative recycling program, in conjunction with Montgomery County Public Schools, encourages students at the end of the school year to donate their used but usable school supplies to impoverished students in disadvantaged school communities.
The ``Drive for Supplies'' program has already had significant success in its first year. At the end of last school year, with the full support of Montgomery County Public School Superintendent Dr. Jerry Weast, the program collected $75,000 in school supplies. Learn Shop Inc. is helping students realize that what was previously regarded as trash can be turned into usable school supplies, clothing, and computers. These items not only help disadvantaged students in other school communities but it also gives students a sense that they are filling a need in the world.
Along with promoting community action, the ``Drive for Supplies'' saves schools money each year by reducing disposal costs while also reducing waste in our community. For their innovation, ``Drive for Supplies'' has enjoyed a glowing recognition from the Environmental Protection Agency.
Children and communities positively affected by the ``Drive for Supplies'' program have been more than grateful for Learn Shop Inc.'s efforts. Not only has Learn Shop Inc. distributed school supplies to local area children, they have also donated supplies to refugee students affected by the war in the Balkans in Kosvo. The ``Drive for Supplies'' program truly has the ability to reach thousands of students across the world.
Beginning with Maryland and the Mid-Atlantic Region, Learn Shop hopes to expand the program around the nation, in hopes of reducing poverty nationally and helping children in need. I applaud the efforts of Learn Shop and encourage them to continue all the work that is greatly needed in our communities.
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