By: Haywood S.R. No. 947 1-1 SENATE RESOLUTION 1-2 WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas takes pleasure in 1-3 recognizing Patricia L. Farris for her selection as Wichita Falls 1-4 Independent School District's Teacher of the Year, 1994-1995; and 1-5 WHEREAS, This all-around educator has been a teacher at 1-6 Franklin Elementary School for 18 years and has a total of 29 years 1-7 in the field of education; and 1-8 WHEREAS, Patricia Farris received her bachelor of arts 1-9 degree from North Texas State University in 1966 and participates 1-10 in numerous professional organizations; and 1-11 WHEREAS, An exceptionally resourceful and dedicated teacher, 1-12 she has assisted with a wide array of student activities over the 1-13 years and has distinguished herself in the teaching profession; and 1-14 WHEREAS, Her students have greatly benefitted from her 1-15 skillful teaching methods, sincere concern for the individual, 1-16 and wise counsel and encouragement; and 1-17 WHEREAS, Patricia L. Farris is a talented instructor and 1-18 leader, who instills in her students a sense of pride and a lifelong 1-19 love of learning; now, therefore, be it 1-20 RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 1-21 74th Legislature, hereby commend this Texas educator for her many 1-22 superb contributions to the educational system of Texas and extend 1-23 best wishes to her for many rewarding years ahead; and, be it further 2-1 RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for 2-2 Patricia L. Farris as an expression of esteem from the Texas Senate. 2-3 ______________________________________ 2-4 President of the Senate 2-5 I hereby certify that the above 2-6 Resolution was adopted by the Senate 2-7 on May 8, 1995. 2-8 ______________________________________ 2-9 Secretary of the Senate 2-10 ______________________________________ 2-11 Member, Texas Senate