By Lewis of Tarrant                                   H.C.R. No. 24
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                             HOUSE CONCURRENT RESOLUTION
 1-1           WHEREAS, The Texas Legislature is proud to honor James Bell
 1-2     on his selection as one of the Fort Worth Independent School
 1-3     District's Outstanding Teachers; and
 1-4           WHEREAS, This noteworthy individual was honored at the school
 1-5     district's Outstanding Teacher Recognition Dinner on February 17,
 1-6     2000; hosted by local businesses and district officials, the dinner
 1-7     took place at the Round Up Inn in the Amon G. Carter, Jr., Exhibits
 1-8     Hall; and
 1-9           WHEREAS, A teacher at Horizon Alternative Middle School, he
1-10     and the other exemplary educators chosen to be honored were
1-11     selected by their peers for their commitment and dedication to
1-12     students; and
1-13           WHEREAS, Children are the Lone Star State's most precious
1-14     resource, and a quality education is vital in order for our young
1-15     people to achieve their full potential; James Bell has demonstrated
1-16     the drive and determination that we expect from our teachers, and
1-17     he is truly deserving of special legislative recognition for his
1-18     diligence and commitment to excellence in this demanding
1-19     profession; now, therefore, be it
1-20           RESOLVED, That the 77th Legislature of the State of Texas
1-21     hereby congratulate James Bell for being named one of the Fort
1-22     Worth Independent School District's Outstanding Teachers and
1-23     commend him for his superior service to the children of Texas; and,
1-24     be it further
 2-1           RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
 2-2     prepared for this esteemed individual as an expression of high
 2-3     regard by the Texas House of Representatives and Senate.