By Hamric H.C.R. No. 101 75R6141 JTR-D HOUSE CONCURRENT RESOLUTION 1-1 WHEREAS, On June 30, 1997, Dr. Gordon M. Anderson will retire 1-2 from his position as superintendent of the Spring Independent 1-3 School District, and it is indeed fitting at this time to honor 1-4 this notable Texan for his many contributions to the community; and 1-5 WHEREAS, Dr. Anderson's 16 years of service to the school 1-6 district have been characterized by the energy and intellect that 1-7 he brings to all endeavors, and his excellence as an administrator 1-8 has often been recognized by his peers; twice named Outstanding 1-9 Superintendent of the Year for Region IV, he was also one of five 1-10 finalists for the Texas Association of School Boards 1995 1-11 Superintendent of the Year award; and 1-12 WHEREAS, His dedication to his work has extended far beyond 1-13 the requirements of his job, and Dr. Anderson's personal 1-14 involvement in the classroom has inspired teachers and students 1-15 alike; devoted to instilling a lifelong love of literature in his 1-16 young charges, he has given readings in such unusual venues as 1-17 rooftops and hot air balloons, arriving for these performances by 1-18 motorcycle, boat, or helicopter, and his enthusiasm for his mission 1-19 has been both effective and infectious; and 1-20 WHEREAS, Throughout his career, Dr. Anderson has drawn on the 1-21 love and support of his close-knit family, and he and his wife, 1-22 Judy, take great pride and pleasure in their daughters and 1-23 sons-in-law, Laurel and Max Reid, Melinda and Kevin Rynbrandt, and 1-24 Heidi Anderson; their son and daughter-in-law, Joel and Jill 2-1 Anderson; and their grandchildren, Sam Reid, Max Reid, Quentin 2-2 Rynbrandt, and Luke Rynbrandt; and 2-3 WHEREAS, Dr. Anderson's profound commitment to education has 2-4 greatly benefited his friends and neighbors in the Spring 2-5 Independent School District, and he is truly deserving of special 2-6 praise and recognition for his many contributions; now, therefore, 2-7 be it 2-8 RESOLVED, That the 75th Legislature of the State of Texas 2-9 hereby honor Dr. Gordon M. Anderson on the occasion of his 2-10 retirement and extend to him sincere best wishes for continued 2-11 success and happiness in the future; and, be it further 2-12 RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be 2-13 prepared for Dr. Anderson as an expression of high regard by the 2-14 Texas House of Representatives and Senate.