In Honor of the 100th Anniversary of Fordson High School

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Mrs. DINGELL. Madam Speaker, I rise today to recognize the 100th Anniversary of Fordson High School, located in Dearborn, Michigan. For the past century, Fordson High School has educated the students of Dearborn and brought pride to our community. For this they are worthy of commendation as they celebrate their 100th anniversary.

Completed in 1928 in the former village of Fordson, at the time Fordson High School was hailed as ``one of the finest school buildings in the United States.'' The school's famous architecture was inspired by buildings at Oxford University and the University of Michigan Law School. The striking Fordson Tower has been used as a site of protest, a media center, and even as a lookout for enemy aircraft during World War II. From the very first day that classes were held at the school, students have found a home and a love of learning at Fordson.

Fordson High School is representative of the diverse Dearborn community that it serves, from the early days of it being a school for the sons and daughters of Ford factory workers to a haven for immigrants escaping violence, Fordson has programs to ensure that each student has what they need to succeed. Students are offered the opportunity to participate in sports and various clubs that support the study of medicine, debate, and entrepreneurship. With the strong Fordson tradition and a roster of great student athletes across all sports, the Fordson Tractors have won state championships in football, volleyball, swimming, and basketball. The students of Fordson High School have grown up to become politicians, judges, directors, athletes, actors, and leaders in business. They've served our country and helped empower our community for generations.

Madam Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me in honoring the students, staff, and alumni of Fordson High School as they celebrate 100 fantastic years in Dearborn, Michigan. Every time I visit Fordson I am amazed by how thoughtful and engaged in the community the students are. These great students give me hope for the next generation and never fail to make us proud each day. Fordson has been the heart and soul of Dearborn for the past century, and we wish the students, staff, and alumni the very best in the years come.

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