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Washington, DC –Congresswoman Virginia Foxx (NC-5) announced today that she was appointed to the House Page Board by House Republican Leader John Boehner.  Rep. Foxx will serve alongside Rep. Bob Bishop of Utah through the end of the 110th Congress. 
 
“It is an honor to serve on the board that works to ensure these young men and women have a great educational experience in the safest possible environment,” Foxx said. “These students have the opportunity of a lifetime to learn about their nation’s government and I look forward to continuing my lifelong career as an educator on this Board.” 

Rep. Foxx is an experienced educator.  Her career includes her work as a sociology instructor at Appalachian State University as well as her service as the Assistant Dean of the General College at ASU.  Foxx also served as the President of Mayland Community College.  She currently serves on the House Education Committee.

“Rep. Foxx is a great fit to serve on the House Page Board,” Republican Leader Boehner said.  “Her educational background and her dedication to the education of America’s youth make her uniquely suited to help oversee this program.  Rep. Foxx is a strong supporter of the page program and I know that she is personally invested in the board’s mission of protecting and educating the young people who participate in the program.”

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