Rep. Tony Hwang to be honored with Education Leadership Award

State Representative Tony Hwang will be presented with the Connecticut Coalition for Achievement Now (ConnCAN) inaugural 2010 “Tip of the Cap” Education award at Fairfield University Dolan Business School on Aug. 31^st at 10 am.  The award is a state-wide recognition for legislative leaders who have demonstrated their commitment to securing great public schools for every Connecticut child. State Rep Hwang has led education reforms from within the rank-and-file and education committee of the legislative process, spoke out for what’s right for Connecticut’s students, and prioritized public school reform.  

“As a freshman legislator, Rep. Hwang demonstrated an impressive work ethic and dedication to learning all there is to know about the state of education in Connecticut and what can be done to improve it,” said Alex Johnston, CEO of ConnCAN.  “He stands out as the only member of the House Minority caucus to vote in favor of the Race to the Top bill’s content when it was included as an amendment to another bill. His dedication and commitment to improving outcomes for students permeates all of his work in the General Assembly. We are excited to continue to watch his progress, especially on the Education Committee”.

Rep. Hwang Supports and Rides in CT Challenge®, Working to Assist Cancer Survivors

Rep. Tony Hwang with Jeff Keith and Bob Mazzone of the CT Challenge.

On Saturday, July 24^th, the 6^th Anniversary of the Connecticut Challenge bike ride will be held to benefit cancer survivors.  State Representative Tony Hwang (R-Fairfield) will be on hand to support the event with a citation of recognition from Gov. M. Jodi Rell and the legislative General Assembly and ride as a participant as well.

“The Connecticut Challenge is a special event run by a passionate group of caring and dedicated volunteers,” said Rep. Hwang.  “Most people know someone who has been stricken with cancer.  Most of the focus of a patient and family rightly goes to combating the disease and surviving it. Once someone has achieved that heroic victory over the disease, there are a number of after-effects that need to be considered.  That is where the Connecticut Challenge comes in – it serves to support and educate cancer survivors on living life to its’ fullest.  I urge everyone who can to come out for this bike ride Saturday, even if you cannot ride, just come out and support the cause.  You truly can make a difference.”

Rep. Hwang honors Fairfield Police during promotion ceremony

State Representative Tony Hwang (R-Fairfield) recognized and honored the Fairfield Police Department Thursday evening during a promotion ceremony at the Roger Ludlowe Middle School Auditorium.  Four officers were promoted to to higher ranks within the department:  Deputy Chief Gary McNamara to Chief of Police; Sergeant James Perez to Lieutenant; Detective Frederick Hine to Sergeant; and Detective Daniel VanDerheyden to Sergeant.

Rep. Hwang Gives Keynote at Fairfield Independence Day Celebration

Photo: Amy Mortensen / Connecticut Post Freelance

On Monday, July 5th, the Fairfield United Veterans Organization held their 117th Annual Independence Day Celebration at Town Hall.

Rep. Tony Hwang provided the keynote address speaking of his personal experiences with the value of the American Dream.

From the Connecticut Post:

State Rep. Tony Hwang, R-Fairfield, the keynote speaker at the ceremony, used his personal history to illustrate his commitment to the ideals of American liberty.

“As an Asian-American that immigrated to the United States, I have personally seen the American difference of true freedom and opportunity versus other countries, and how much that positive difference has allowed me to pursue and live the American Dream,” he told the gathering.