1-1                          SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 744

        1-2           WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas takes pleasure in

        1-3     recognizing Illene Richter who is leaving her position as principal

        1-4     of Saint Leo School on May 26, 1997, after six years of dedicated

        1-5     service; and

        1-6           WHEREAS, During her tenure Illene Richter worked diligently

        1-7     to enrich the economically disadvantaged Catholic school and was

        1-8     instrumental in bringing about numerous improvements; and

        1-9           WHEREAS, She maintained the highest traditions of the

       1-10     educational institution, and her strong stand on education,

       1-11     religion, morals, respect, and family values in the school has

       1-12     earned the deepest respect of the community; and

       1-13           WHEREAS, In addition, Illene Richter made a significant

       1-14     impact on school fundraising which allowed the school to acquire

       1-15     a marquee, new textbooks, new gym floor, stained glass windows in

       1-16     the main entrance, air conditioning, fresh paint inside and out,

       1-17     drop ceilings, televisions, VCRs, and computers; and

       1-18           WHEREAS, To show their gratitude for her notable

       1-19     accomplishments, the school personnel are honoring their beloved

       1-20     principal with a celebration at Mission County Park on

       1-21     May 26, 1997; and

       1-22           WHEREAS, Her love for children is reflected in her devotion

       1-23     to their needs and in the important contributions she has made to

        2-1     her community; her tireless efforts on behalf of the students at

        2-2     Saint Leo School is truly worthy of legislative recognition; now,

        2-3     therefore, be it

        2-4           RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas,

        2-5     75th Legislature, hereby commend Illene Richter for her exemplary

        2-6     work as principal of Saint Leo School and extend best wishes to her

        2-7     as she embarks on a new venture; and, be it further

        2-8           RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for the

        2-9     distinguished educator as an expression of the appreciation and

       2-10     high regard of the Texas Senate.

       2-11                                                                   Madla

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       2-13                                          President of the Senate

       2-14                                       I hereby certify that the above

       2-15                                  Resolution was adopted by the Senate

       2-16                                  on May 15, 1997.

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       2-18                                          Secretary of the Senate

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       2-20                                           Member, Texas Senate