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| http://tipton.house.gov/press-release/congress-classroom-tipton-speaks-center-high-school-students | Congress in the Classroom: Tipton Speaks to Center High School Students | 2013-11-05 | 2013 | 2013-11 | Republican | House | CO | Scott Tipton | T000470 | tipton.house.gov | legacy | (Congressman Tipton presenting Superintendent Welsh with a Congressional Tribute at Center High School) Center, CO – Congressman Scott Tipton (R-CO) visited Center High School to speak to students about the legislative process, civic engagement, and the United States Constitution. Tipton also presented a Congressional Tribute to Superintendent George Welsh recognizing his dedicated work on behalf of the students and teachers of the Center Consolidated School District. “I was honored to be able to speak to the students of Center High School today to discuss the legislative process and the Constitution, as well as answer their questions on the impact of the federal government on their daily lives. These students have learned about our government and the history of our country, so it was a real privilege for me to be able to share with them my experiences in Washington passing a bill into law, working on committees and serving in public office,” said Tipton. “These kids are incredibly bright and asked some great questions. I was impressed by their civic knowledge, and am confident that they will have a big impact on their community one day.” The text of Tipton’s Congressional Tribute of Superintendent Welsh follows: Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Mr. George Welsh, current superintendent of Center School District in Colorado. His leadership and ability to think outside of the box has greatly benefitted the Center School District and provided students with opportunities to learn and achieve beyond ordinary expectations. Leading by example, through dedication to teaching and learning, Mr. Welsh has inspired teachers and students in the San Luis Valley to reach their full potential for over a decade. Mr. Welsh was recently named “Superintendent of the Year” by the Colorado Association of School Districts, a well-deserved honor. Center School District has faced many challenges and headwinds, often operating with extremely limited resources. With Mr. Welsh’s leadership, innovative use of technology and ability to maximize the resources available to the District, graduation rates in the Center School District have risen up to 93 percent, from 33 percent when he began in 1997. This is an extraordinary achievement. In addition to being named “Superintendent of the Year” by the Colorado Association of School Districts, Mr. Welsh was also the recipient of the Demont Award from the Colorado Association of School Boards, naming him Outstanding Rural Superintendent of the Year. Mr. Speaker, It is an honor to recognize Mr. George Welsh for his dedication to education and leadership that has undoubtedly transformed many lives. Superintendent George Welsh is an incredible resource for his community, and I have no doubt that he will continue to have a significant impact during his education career, helping students and teachers reach their highest goals. | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z |