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RECOGNIZING HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC ACADEMY

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On 2026-01-30, Representative Jimmy Patronis (R-FL-1) delivered a floor speech titled "RECOGNIZING HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC ACADEMY" in the House. The speech addressed taxes and also covered crime and justice.

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RECOGNIZING HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC ACADEMY

Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 22 (Friday, January 30, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 22 (Friday, January 30, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E85] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] RECOGNIZING HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC ACADEMY ______ HON. JIMMY PATRONIS of florida in the house of representatives Friday, January 30, 2026 Mr. PATRONIS. Mr. Speaker, I rise to include in the Record the following proclamation recognizing Holy Family Catholic Academy: Whereas, Holy Family Catholic Academy in Niceville, Florida, opened its doors on August 8, 2025, marking the only parochial elementary school to open in the State of Florida that year and one of a small number to open nationwide, bringing renewed hope and vitality to Catholic education in the community; Whereas, Holy Family Catholic Academy was established to restore the tradition of classical Catholic education by offering the area's first diocesan classical school, uniting rigorous academics with vibrant Catholic faith formation; Whereas, the school's mission is to ``educate children to become scholars and form them to become saints,'' reflecting a dedication to nurturing both intellectual excellence and spiritual growth in every student; Whereas, Holy Family Catholic Academy is devoted to forming virtuous young leaders, instilling in its students the values of virtue, courage, and conviction so that they may lead lives of service, character, and integrity; Whereas, through its rich classical liberal arts curriculum, the school cultivates students to be deep, clear, and independent thinkers by engaging them with the enduring wisdom of Western civilization and challenging them to think critically in pursuit of truth; Whereas, Holy Family Catholic Academy maintains an unwavering commitment to excellence in academics, rooted in the Catholic tradition and built upon a timeless liberal arts curriculum, thereby uniting faith with reason and providing students a strong foundation for future learning and leadership; and Whereas, inspired by its Christ-centered educational philosophy, the school nurtures in each child a lifelong love of learning and a profound desire to seek truth, beauty, and goodness in all things, thus helping to form well-rounded individuals guided by wisdom and virtue; Now, therefore, be it Resolved, That Holy Family Catholic Academy is applauded for its role in strengthening the Niceville community and advancing educational opportunity through the formation of virtuous, thoughtful, and service-oriented young leaders; and Resolved, That a copy of this resolution be transmitted to Holy Family Catholic Academy as an expression of admiration, encouragement, and best wishes for continued success in its mission to educate and inspire future generations. ____________________

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RECOGNIZING HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC ACADEMY Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 22 (Friday, January 30, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 22 (Friday, January 30, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E85] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] RECOGNIZING HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC ACADEMY ______ HON. JIMMY PATRONIS of florida in the house of representatives Friday, January 30, 2026 Mr. PATRONIS. Mr. Speaker, I rise to include in the Record the following proclamation recognizing Holy Family Catholic Academy: Whereas, Holy Family Catholic Academy in Niceville, Florida, opened its doors on August 8, 2025, marking the only parochial elementary school to open in the State of Florida that year and one of a small number to open nationwide, bringing renewed hope and vitality to Catholic education in the community; Whereas, Holy Family Catholic Academy was established to restore the tradition of classical Catholic education by offering the area's first diocesan classical school, uniting rigorous academics with vibrant Catholic faith formation; Whereas, the school's mission is to ``educate children to become scholars and form them to become saints,'' reflecting a dedication to nurturing both intellectual excellence and spiritual growth in every student; Whereas, Holy Family Catholic Academy is devoted to forming virtuous young leaders, instilling in its students the values of virtue, courage, and conviction so that they may lead lives of service, character, and integrity; Whereas, through its rich classical liberal arts curriculum, the school cultivates students to be deep, clear, and independent thinkers by engaging them with the enduring wisdom of Western civilization and challenging them to think critically in pursuit of truth; Whereas, Holy Family Catholic Academy maintains an unwavering commitment to excellence in academics, rooted in the Catholic tradition and built upon a timeless liberal arts curriculum, thereby uniting faith with reason and providing students a strong foundation for future learning and leadership; and Whereas, inspired by its Christ-centered educational philosophy, the school nurtures in each child a lifelong love of learning and a profound desire to seek truth, beauty, and goodness in all things, thus helping to form well-rounded individuals guided by wisdom and virtue; Now, therefore, be it Resolved, That Holy Family Catholic Academy is applauded for its role in strengthening the Niceville community and advancing educational opportunity through the formation of virtuous, thoughtful, and service-oriented young leaders; and Resolved, That a copy of this resolution be transmitted to Holy Family Catholic Academy as an expression of admiration, encouragement, and best wishes for continued success in its mission to educate and inspire future generations. ____________________