January 28, 1976
Page 1279
FHA/HERO WEEK
Mr. MUSKIE. Mr. President, Ms. Leora Mitchell, State president of the Maine Future Homemakers of America, wrote recently to inform me that the week of February 8–11 has been designated National FHA/HERO Week. In her letter, Ms. Mitchell sets forth the purposes and benefits of this organization, and to share this with my colleagues, I ask unanimous consent that her letter be printed in the RECORD.
There being no objection, the letter was ordered to be printed in the RECORD, as follows:
JANUARY 13, 1976.
Hon. EDMUND S. MUSKIE,
U.S. Senate,
Washington, D.C.
DEAR SENATOR MUSKIE: The week of February 8 through 11, 1976 has been designated National FHA/HERO WEEK. Since one of the primary goals of Future Homemakers of America is to explore the multiple roles individuals play in family, community and career life, we have selected the theme REACHING OUT THROUGH VOCATIONAL EDUCATION.
There are 850 FHA and HERO members in 45 chapters in Maine.
We would appreciate it if you could find an opportunity to call attention to NATIONAL FHA/HERO WEEK in any radio or television broadcasts, newsletters or speeches you may be making during these dates.
We observe NATIONAL FHA/HERO WEEK because we are proud of our organization and wish to develop a public awareness of its value to young people. As a part of the home economics education program, FHA makes learning mean something tangible and affords us opportunities to make direct contributions to society. Belonging to the organization keeps us involved in activities which benefit us not only as individuals but as family and community members, serving as a bridge between the classroom, the home and the community.
Very truly yours,
LEORA MITCHELL,
FHA State President of Maine.