By: Haywood S.R. No. 955 1-1 SENATE RESOLUTION 1-2 WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas takes pleasure in 1-3 recognizing Paula Heathington for her selection as Wichita Falls 1-4 Independent School District's Teacher of the Year, 1994-1995; and 1-5 WHEREAS, This language arts specialist has been a teacher at 1-6 McCaha Elementary School for one year and has compiled a total of 1-7 13 years' teaching experience; and 1-8 WHEREAS, Having received her bachelor of science degree 1-9 in art education from Texas Tech University and a master's degree 1-10 in reading specialization from Midwestern State University in 1987, 1-11 she belongs to the Parent Teacher Association, Texas State Teachers 1-12 Association, and the North Texas Reading Council; and 1-13 WHEREAS, An exceptionally resourceful and dedicated 1-14 teacher, Paula Heathington has assisted with a wide array of 1-15 student activities over the years and has distinguished herself 1-16 in her profession; and 1-17 WHEREAS, Her students have greatly benefitted from this 1-18 experienced educator's skillful teaching methods, sincere concern 1-19 for the individual, and wise counsel and encouragement; and 1-20 WHEREAS, Paula Heathington is a talented instructor and 1-21 leader, who instills in her students a sense of pride and a 1-22 lifelong love of learning; now, therefore, be it 1-23 RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 2-1 74th Legislature, hereby commend her for her superb contributions 2-2 to the educational system of Texas and extend best wishes to her 2-3 for many rewarding years ahead; and, be it further 2-4 RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for 2-5 Paula Heathington as an expression of esteem from the Texas Senate. 2-6 ______________________________________ 2-7 President of the Senate 2-8 I hereby certify that the above 2-9 Resolution was adopted by the Senate 2-10 on May 8, 1995. 2-11 ______________________________________ 2-12 Secretary of the Senate 2-13 ______________________________________ 2-14 Member, Texas Senate