88R22516(21) CJM-D
 
  By: Shaheen H.R. No. 1438
 
 
 
R E S O L U T I O N
         WHEREAS, Elizabeth Gaines has been named the 2023 Teacher of
  the Year at Barksdale Elementary School in the Plano Independent
  School District; and
         WHEREAS, A solid education is vital for young people to
  become successful and productive adults, and those men and women
  who dedicate their careers to teaching make a positive difference
  in the lives of their students and in the greater community; and
         WHEREAS, A fitting recipient of the Teacher of the Year
  award, Elizabeth Gaines serves as a music specialist at Barksdale
  Elementary School; and
         WHEREAS, This notable Texan exemplifies the passion,
  determination, and innovative spirit that are the hallmarks of our
  best teachers, and she has set a standard of excellence to which all
  in her profession may aspire; now, therefore, be it
         RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 88th Texas
  Legislature hereby congratulate Elizabeth Gaines on her selection
  as the 2023 Teacher of the Year at Barksdale Elementary School and
  extend to her sincere best wishes for continued success with her
  important work.