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[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E550-E551]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]
HONORING SUPERINTENDENT MARTHA MARTINEZ
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HON. JIMMY PANETTA
of california
in the house of representatives
Thursday, June 18, 2020
Mr. PANETTA. Madam Speaker, I rise today to recognize the Salinas
City Elementary School District Superintendent, Martha Martinez, on her
retirement after serving the state of California as a public educator
since 1975. An outstanding citizen and educator, Superintendent
Martinez has made an unparalleled impact in the educational community
of the central coast of California and our entire state through 45
years of service.
Superintendent Martinez's began her career as a paraprofessional in
California's Bay Area before later becoming an elementary teacher.
After 20 years as an educator, she put her expertise towards work as a
school administrator with the Santa Clara County Office of Education
and Gilroy Unified School District.
In 2015, she became Superintendent of the Salinas City Elementary
School District. In this role, she has distinguished herself as a
passionate advocate for providing all students, regardless of
background, with a quality education that provides equitable
opportunities for all learners. As a visionary leader, Superintendent
Martinez not only holds students and educators to high expectations,
but also provides her own endless support so that all goals can be
attainable.
Superintendent Martinez has also built strong support for her
district in the local community. She has launched a citywide literacy
campaign in Salinas to provide over 160,000 residents with a free Early
Literacy App and mobilized leaders across Monterey County to work to
end bullying. With her robust background in building local and regional
partnerships, Superintendent Martinez was selected to organize Salinas
Founder's Day, to celebrate the city's 150th birthday, and the Salinas
City Elementary School District's Sesquicentennial Commemoration. With
these two events, Superintendent Martinez brought individuals from all
backgrounds in our community together to celebrate the City of Salinas
and its outstanding students. Recognizing the support of the community
around her, Superintendent Martinez is well-known to distinguish the
stellar efforts of those she works with at every possible opportunity.
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In addition to her work in her role with the Salinas City Elementary
School District, Superintendent Martinez has been an exemplary citizen
and community member. She has won countless awards, serves as a member
and leader in many local and regional organizations, and produced a
three series Leadership Institute so that others can learn from her own
success.
Madam Speaker, it is my pleasure to recognize the dedication and work
of Superintendent Martinez. I ask my distinguished colleagues to join
me in recognizing Superintendent Martinez and to congratulate her on
her well-earned retirement. I extend my most earnest appreciation to
Superintendent Martinez for her service to our community.
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