HOUSE CONCURRENT RESOLUTION 1-1 WHEREAS, The Texas Legislature is proud to honor Janice Pratt 1-2 on her 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 15, 1-6 2001; 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 New Lives School, she and the other 1-10 exemplary educators chosen to be honored were selected by their 1-11 peers for their commitment and dedication to students; and 1-12 WHEREAS, Children are the Lone Star State's most precious 1-13 resource, and a quality education is vital in order for our young 1-14 people to become successful adults; Janice Pratt has demonstrated 1-15 the drive and determination that we expect from our teachers, and 1-16 she is truly deserving of special legislative recognition for her 1-17 diligence and commitment to excellence in this demanding 1-18 profession; now, therefore, be it 1-19 RESOLVED, That the 77th Legislature of the State of Texas 1-20 hereby congratulate Janice Pratt for being named one of the Fort 1-21 Worth Independent School District's Outstanding Teachers and 1-22 commend her superior service to the children of Texas; and, be it 1-23 further 1-24 RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be 2-1 prepared for this esteemed individual as an expression of high 2-2 regard by the Texas House of Representatives and Senate. Lewis of Tarrant _______________________________ _______________________________ President of the Senate Speaker of the House I certify that H.C.R. No. 169 was adopted by the House on April 27, 2001, by a non-record vote. _______________________________ Chief Clerk of the House I certify that H.C.R. No. 169 was adopted by the Senate on May 1, 2001, by a viva-voce vote. _______________________________ Secretary of the Senate APPROVED: __________________________ Date __________________________ Governor