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HONORING SOUTH OAK CLIFF HIGH SCHOOL FOR HISTORIC ATHLETIC, ACADEMIC, AND COMMUNITY EXCELLENCE

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On 2026-02-09, Representative Jasmine Crockett (D-TX-30) delivered a floor speech titled "HONORING SOUTH OAK CLIFF HIGH SCHOOL FOR HISTORIC ATHLETIC, ACADEMIC, AND COMMUNITY EXCELLENCE" in the House. The speech addressed taxes.

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HONORING SOUTH OAK CLIFF HIGH SCHOOL FOR HISTORIC ATHLETIC, ACADEMIC, AND COMMUNITY EXCELLENCE

Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 27 (Monday, February 9, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 27 (Monday, February 9, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E116] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] HONORING SOUTH OAK CLIFF HIGH SCHOOL FOR HISTORIC ATHLETIC, ACADEMIC, AND COMMUNITY EXCELLENCE ______ HON. JASMINE CROCKETT of texas in the house of representatives Monday, February 9, 2026 Ms. CROCKETT. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize South Oak Cliff (SOC) High School, a pillar of the South Dallas community and a place where pride, perseverance, and belief in young people run deep. I am proud to celebrate a historic achievement by the students, educators, coaches, families, and supporters of South Oak Cliff High School. Under the leadership of Principal Dr. Willie Johnson, the school has experienced a powerful transformation marked by higher academic expectations, a strong culture, and renewed community pride. That pride has been on full display through the Golden Bears football program, which has made five consecutive appearances in the Texas University Interscholastic League State Championship and captured UIL 5A Division II state titles in 2021, 2022, and 2025. Winning three state championships is extraordinary. Doing so with consistency, resilience, and integrity is historic. After facing adversity on the biggest stage, these student-athletes stayed focused, trusted the process, and returned stronger, showing the entire state, what South Dallas football is about. At the center of this success are the young men of South Oak Cliff High School--students who balanced academics and athletics, supported one another, and represented their community with pride. Their accomplishments reflect what is possible when students are supported, believed in, and held to high standards. I also proudly recognize Head Football Coach Jason Todd, who led South Oak Cliff to three state championships, becoming the first African-American head football coach in Texas history to win three UIL state titles. His leadership emphasizes discipline, accountability, character, and academic responsibility, ensuring that success extends far beyond the football field. I congratulate the students, coaches, educators, families, and all of SOC nation on this historic accomplishment. South Oak Cliff High School did not just win championships--it made history and inspired a community. ____________________

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HONORING SOUTH OAK CLIFF HIGH SCHOOL FOR HISTORIC ATHLETIC, ACADEMIC, AND COMMUNITY EXCELLENCE Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 27 (Monday, February 9, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 27 (Monday, February 9, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E116] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] HONORING SOUTH OAK CLIFF HIGH SCHOOL FOR HISTORIC ATHLETIC, ACADEMIC, AND COMMUNITY EXCELLENCE ______ HON. JASMINE CROCKETT of texas in the house of representatives Monday, February 9, 2026 Ms. CROCKETT. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize South Oak Cliff (SOC) High School, a pillar of the South Dallas community and a place where pride, perseverance, and belief in young people run deep. I am proud to celebrate a historic achievement by the students, educators, coaches, families, and supporters of South Oak Cliff High School. Under the leadership of Principal Dr. Willie Johnson, the school has experienced a powerful transformation marked by higher academic expectations, a strong culture, and renewed community pride. That pride has been on full display through the Golden Bears football program, which has made five consecutive appearances in the Texas University Interscholastic League State Championship and captured UIL 5A Division II state titles in 2021, 2022, and 2025. Winning three state championships is extraordinary. Doing so with consistency, resilience, and integrity is historic. After facing adversity on the biggest stage, these student-athletes stayed focused, trusted the process, and returned stronger, showing the entire state, what South Dallas football is about. At the center of this success are the young men of South Oak Cliff High School--students who balanced academics and athletics, supported one another, and represented their community with pride. Their accomplishments reflect what is possible when students are supported, believed in, and held to high standards. I also proudly recognize Head Football Coach Jason Todd, who led South Oak Cliff to three state championships, becoming the first African-American head football coach in Texas history to win three UIL state titles. His leadership emphasizes discipline, accountability, character, and academic responsibility, ensuring that success extends far beyond the football field. I congratulate the students, coaches, educators, families, and all of SOC nation on this historic accomplishment. South Oak Cliff High School did not just win championships--it made history and inspired a community. ____________________