HONORING DR. L.G. PINKSTON SR. HIGH SCHOOL ON ACHIEVING AN A RATING BY THE TEXAS EDUCATION AGENCY

On 2026-09-24, Representative Jasmine Crockett (D-TX-30) delivered a floor speech titled "HONORING DR. L.G. PINKSTON SR. HIGH SCHOOL ON ACHIEVING AN A RATING BY THE TEXAS EDUCATION AGENCY" in the House.

HONORING DR. L.G. PINKSTON SR. HIGH SCHOOL ON ACHIEVING AN A RATING BY THE TEXAS EDUCATION AGENCY

Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 152 (Thursday, September 24, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 152 (Thursday, September 24, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Pages E977-E978] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] HONORING DR. L.G. PINKSTON SR. HIGH SCHOOL ON ACHIEVING AN A RATING BY THE TEXAS EDUCATION AGENCY ______ HON. JASMINE CROCKETT of texas in the house of representatives Thursday, September 24, 2026 Ms. CROCKETT. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize the outstanding accomplishments of the students, faculty, staff, families, and entire community of Dr. L.G. Pinkston Sr. High School in Dallas, Texas, on achieving an A rating from the Texas Education Agency. This historic achievement is the result of years of steady growth, hard work, and a sustained commitment to excellence. In just 3 years, Pinkston has risen from a D rating in 2023 to a C, then a B, and now an A rating--demonstrating what can happen when students, educators, families, and a community remain committed to progress. The Texas Education Agency also recognized Pinkston for student progress, social studies performance, and its work helping all student groups succeed. These accomplishments reflect not simply a single year's performance, but the dedication and consistency of a school community determined to ensure that every student has every opportunity to succeed. Pinkston is preparing its students for success well beyond high school. The school offers college and career pathways that include NAF academies, career and technical education programs, technology and healthcare pathways, and early-college opportunities. Through its H- TECH healthcare pathway, students can work toward an associate degree alongside their high school diplomas. This achievement is also a testament to the leadership and vision of Principal Tameca Ward, the teachers, and staff who support students every day, and the families and community members who continue to believe in the promise of Pinkston's students. For generations, Dr. L.G. Pinkston Sr. High School has been an important part of Dallas' West Side. Today, the Pinkston Vikings are building on that legacy and showing what is possible through perseverance, high expectations, opportunity, and community. I congratulate the students, faculty, staff, families, and community of Dr. L.G. Pinkston Sr. High School on this historic A rating. Their achievement is a source of pride for Dallas, and I look forward to seeing all that the Pinkston community will accomplish in the years ahead. [[Page E978]] ____________________