TRIBUTE TO FLORDELINA ``LENNI'' LARA--28TH CONGRESSIONAL DISTRICT WOMAN OF THE YEAR; Congressional Record Vol. 166, No. 47
(Extensions of Remarks - March 11, 2020)
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TRIBUTE TO FLORDELINA ``LENNI'' LARA--28TH CONGRESSIONAL DISTRICT WOMAN
OF THE YEAR
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HON. ADAM B. SCHIFF
of california
in the house of representatives
Wednesday, March 11, 2020
Mr. SCHIFF. Madam Speaker, I rise today in honor of Women's History
Month. Each year, we pay special tribute to the contributions and
sacrifices made by our nation's women. It is an honor to pay homage to
outstanding women who are making a difference in my Congressional
District. I would like to recognize a remarkable woman, Flordelina
``Lenni'' Lara of the Atwater Village neighborhood of Los Angeles,
California.
Flordelina ``Lenni'' Lara is a devoted wife to her husband, Yiu
Lunglem, and mother of their two wonderful sons, Kyle and Lucas.
Emphasizing education as a priority, Lenni has been a dedicated member
of the Glenfeliz Boulevard Elementary School community since her family
arrived in the neighborhood six years ago. She has taken on a prominent
leadership role at the school where she dedicates her time to ensure
the school runs smoothly and is a warm and nurturing environment for
students and parents alike. Lenni brings a positive attitude and strong
work ethic to all that she does and serves as a role model for the
students at the school.
A selfless advocate for children and education, Ms. Lara is
responsible for supporting the development of several new programs at
Glenfeliz Boulevard Elementary School. She played a critical role in
creating a technology program with a 5-year vision, and volunteers in
classrooms with technology instruction. She has been a member of the
school's governance committee and has served as a Parent Teacher
Association officer for three years. Lenni volunteers with the school's
cooking classes by assisting the professional chefs who teach parents
and students healthy ways to cook and eat. She also dedicates her time
to helping the school organize activities, fundraisers, and projects
that benefit the entire student body.
In addition to her work with the school, Lenni is a highly respected
and an admired member of her community. She assists other parents to
find their voices within the school community and encourages them to
get involved in school-related activities.
Glenfeliz Boulevard Elementary School depends upon Ms. Lara to
support the school in every way needed. Her contributions are
consistent and impactful--each and every student benefits from her
generous work.
I ask all Members to join me in honoring this exceptional, well-
respected woman of California's 28th Congressional District, Flordelina
``Lenni'' Lara.
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