- Record: Extensions of Remarks
- Section type: Recognition
- Chamber: House
- Date: May 20, 2026
- Congress: 119th Congress
- Why this source matters: Extensions of Remarks are statements submitted for the official record, even if they were not spoken live on the floor.
HON. MAXINE DEXTER
of oregon
in the house of representatives
Ms. DEXTER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize and congratulate the outstanding students of the Constitution Team at Grant High School in Portland, Oregon, for their remarkable achievement in earning third place at the national civics competition—We the People: The Citizen and the Constitution.
serious commitment to civic engagement and public service. At a time when our democracy depends upon informed and engaged citizens, these students have demonstrated the very best of what civic education can inspire.
the Grant High School team showcased extraordinary dedication, critical thinking, and teamwork. Their success is a testament to countless hours spent studying constitutional principles, preparing testimony, and engaging thoughtfully with the institutions and ideals that shape our country.
DiPasquale, whose leadership, mentorship, and commitment to civic education helped guide these students to national recognition. Educators like Ms. DiPasquale play a vital role in strengthening our democracy by empowering young people to understand their rights, responsibilities, and ability to create meaningful change in their communities.
- representing Grant High School:
Wren Abbruzzese, Eli Anderson, June Baeck, Elianna Beckham,
Silas Blum, Ella Burgess, Sophie Durocher, Maggie Evans, Nico
Garcia, Gwyn Gerber, Caspian Green, Sabina Halperin, Morgan
Holloway, Rain Hoogen, Nora Isles, Marie Lambert, Margot
Kalmanson, Ema Doyle, Henry Wines, Cora Landford-Crick, Ariel
Manning, Augustus Martin, Keller Mazzetta, Kate McFarland,
Evan Mettler, Cate Moore, Diego Moreno, Tess Nestel, Eli
Peterson, Bena Rodecap, Ada Siemens, Brandon Solano-Miranda,
Orion Souders, Jacob Snider, Hope Stanley, and Issy Winston.
values serve as an inspiration to students and communities across our Nation.
School Constitution Team on this extraordinary accomplishment and in wishing them continued success in all their future endeavors.