Madam Speaker, I rise to congratulate the staff, volunteers, and board members of Oak Hill Charter School in Caldwell County, North Carolina. The school was unanimously approved by the North Carolina Charter Schools Advisory Board, and its doors will officially open this August. This accomplishment is amplified by the fact that Oak Hill is one of only two accelerated schools to earn this opportunity this year. Let me tell you, Madam Speaker, this is no small feat. Recently, I received a heartfelt email from Kelly McIntyre, the board chair of the school. She marveled at how God has guided the journey of everyone involved at Oak Hill and how along the way the right people and resources came together in perfect harmony. Kelly, I agree with you wholeheartedly. God's hand has been in your work every step of the way. Right now, nearly every single class at Oak Hill has a waiting list. Families are beyond enthusiastic at this opportunity for their children. The outpouring of support from the surrounding community must also be recognized. Donations of furniture, school supplies, and other essential items continue to stream in on a weekly basis, and volunteers continue without delay to see projects through.…
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