CONGRATULATING ANDREW BUCHHEIT

On 2026-09-03, Representative Eugene Simon Vindman (D-VA-7) delivered a floor speech titled "CONGRATULATING ANDREW BUCHHEIT" in the House.

CONGRATULATING ANDREW BUCHHEIT

Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 140 (Thursday, September 3, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 140 (Thursday, September 3, 2026)] [House] [Page H5490] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] CONGRATULATING ANDREW BUCHHEIT (Mr. VINDMAN asked and was given permission to address the House for 1 minute and to revise and extend his remarks.) Mr. VINDMAN. Mr. Speaker, today I rise to congratulate T. Clay Wood Elementary School principal Andrew Buchheit for his recognition as Virginia's 2026 National Distinguished Principal. This award recognizes principals who excel in instruction, student achievement, character development, and the creation of positive learning environments. Principal Buchheit has 25 years of experience as a principal, including 15 of those years leading T. Clay Wood. Under his leadership, T. Clay Wood was recognized as a 2024 National Blue Ribbon School by the U.S. Department of Education, one of only eight schools in Virginia to earn that distinction that year. Principal Buchheit's unwavering commitment to students and ability to build an inclusive school culture has made a difference in the lives of many. I thank Principal Buchheit for all that he has done, and I congratulate him on this honor. ____________________