R E S O L U T I O N 1-1 WHEREAS, The Texas House of Representatives is proud to 1-2 commend the teaching staff of Sacred Heart School in Muenster for 1-3 its exemplary service to the children of our state; and 1-4 WHEREAS, The school was founded in 1890 shortly after the 1-5 community of Muenster was established; the Olivetan Benedictine 1-6 Sisters began teaching at the school five years later, and in 1995 1-7 they celebrated a century of devout service to their community; and 1-8 WHEREAS, Throughout its proud history, Sacred Heart School 1-9 has adhered to the principles of faith, tradition, sacrifice, and 1-10 excellence; its many devoted teachers and staff members have 1-11 assisted and encouraged countless students in preschool through the 1-12 12th grade to strive toward achieving their highest potential, and 1-13 their exceptional efforts have earned the institution several 1-14 prestigious awards; and 1-15 WHEREAS, These esteemed educators have also served as 1-16 positive role models to many young Texans; their wise and 1-17 thoughtful guidance as sponsors, coaches, and mentors has helped 1-18 youngsters to excel in such varied activities as student 1-19 government, athletics, and fine arts, and by doing so, they have 1-20 helped to broaden the students' lives and strengthen their 1-21 self-esteem; and 1-22 WHEREAS, The teachers of Sacred Heart School have enhanced 1-23 the quality of education in their community in myriad ways, and 1-24 their unwavering commitment will continue to play a vital role in 2-1 preparing the students of that community for leadership roles well 2-2 into the coming century; on January 31, 1997, the Muenster 2-3 community had the opportunity to pay tribute to these dedicated 2-4 educators in observance of National Appreciation Day for Catholic 2-5 Teachers, and the members of this chamber are pleased to join in 2-6 honoring these outstanding teachers at this time; now, therefore, 2-7 be it 2-8 RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 75th Texas 2-9 Legislature hereby honor the many fine educators of Sacred Heart 2-10 School in Muenster and extend to them our heartfelt gratitude for 2-11 their efforts in behalf of the youth of their community; and, be it 2-12 further 2-13 RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be 2-14 prepared for prominent display at Sacred Heart School as an 2-15 expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives. Clark Williamson _______________________________ Speaker of the House I certify that H.R. No. 202 was adopted by the House on March 5, 1997, by a non-record vote. _______________________________ Chief Clerk of the House