By: Turner S.R. No. 1177 1-1 SENATE RESOLUTION 1-2 WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to 1-3 recognize James Howell, who received an award at the second annual 1-4 Education Appreciation Banquet sponsored by the Houston County 1-5 Chamber of Commerce on April 21, 1995; and 1-6 WHEREAS, Speaker at the banquet was retired United States 1-7 Army Colonel Howard Daniel, Jr., owner of Personal Development 1-8 Specialist Company of Livingston, who told the audience that 1-9 today's young people need teachers to be role models and to give 1-10 students more positive reinforcement now than ever before; and 1-11 WHEREAS, James Howell was honored at the awards ceremonies 1-12 in recognition of his exceptional devotion to his profession; and 1-13 WHEREAS, The students of the Crockett State School have 1-14 benefitted immeasurably from the caring spirit of this dynamic 1-15 educator who has given generously of his time and talent; and 1-16 WHEREAS, James Howell is a talented instructor and leader, 1-17 and he instills in his students a sense of pride and a lifelong 1-18 love of learning; and 1-19 WHEREAS, An exceptionally resourceful and dedicated teacher, 1-20 Mr. Howell is an enthusiastic educator who has distinguished himself 1-21 in his profession and who has imparted to his students the skills 1-22 necessary for competing in tomorrow's society; now, therefore, be it 1-23 RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 2-1 74th Legislature, hereby commend James Howell of Crockett for 2-2 his contributions to the educational system of Texas and extend 2-3 congratulations to him on receiving this distinguished award; and, 2-4 be it further 2-5 RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for 2-6 Mr. Howell as an expression of the high regard and esteem of the 2-7 Texas Senate. 2-8 ______________________________________ 2-9 President of the Senate 2-10 I hereby certify that the above 2-11 Resolution was adopted by the Senate 2-12 on May 24, 1995. 2-13 ______________________________________ 2-14 Secretary of the Senate 2-15 ______________________________________ 2-16 Member, Texas Senate