By Naishtat                                          H.C.R. No. 243
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                             HOUSE CONCURRENT RESOLUTION
 1-1           WHEREAS, The 77th Legislature of the State of Texas is proud
 1-2     to join citizens from across the Lone Star State in the observance
 1-3     of School Social Work Month in Texas during May 2001; and
 1-4           WHEREAS, Professional school social workers represent a vital
 1-5     aspect of the educational teams in many school districts in Texas,
 1-6     working in collaboration with teachers and administrators to
 1-7     encourage the active participation of families and communities in
 1-8     the educational process; and
 1-9           WHEREAS, This alliance of caring individuals helps obtain
1-10     essential social services for children and their families in an
1-11     effort to help them meet their responsibilities and successfully
1-12     master the challenges presented by life in modern society; and
1-13           WHEREAS, Throughout Texas, professional school social workers
1-14     promote a positive environment in which students can learn, and
1-15     these dedicated professionals contribute immeasurably to the
1-16     success of students and are surely deserving of special recognition
1-17     at this time; now, therefore, be it
1-18           RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives and Senate of the
1-19     77th Texas Legislature hereby designate May 2001 as School Social
1-20     Work Month in Texas and extend to all members of the profession
1-21     warmest wishes for continued success.