Congratulating Citrus County Assistant Superintendent Mike Mullen on His Retirement

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Mr. BILIRAKIS. Mr. Speaker, today I rise to recognize and congratulate Citrus County Assistant Superintendent Mike Mullen for his retirement after more than 28 years of service in Citrus County.

After graduating from California University of Pennsylvania, Mr. Mullen joined the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. After serving for over four years in various roles, he became a teacher at Baker County Middle School in Baker County, Florida. This is a role he would have for four years before moving over to Baker County High School for another three years. While teaching, he also helped with multiple sports including Football, Golf, and Softball. Mr. Mullen then made his way to Citrus County, becoming an instructor at Lecanto Middle School before moving to an administrative role as Assistant Principal and then Principal of Citrus High School. After his principalship, he became Executive Director of School Support Services for Citrus County Schools, helping develop the district's long range capital improvement plan. On July 1, 2011, Mike became Assistant Superintendent of School Operations for Citrus County Schools. In this role, he has provided leadership and direction for district strategic planning, ensured compliance with all district, state, and federal mandates related to school operations, and assisted in the development of the district operating budget. Throughout each phase of his career, Mr. Mullen has impacted countless young lives, leaving an imprint that will last a lifetime. While his influence is incalculable, I know that Citrus County is better for having had him serve.

I thank Mike Mullen for his years of service to our community and wish him well as he enjoys his well-earned retirement.

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