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78S40800 JNC-D
By: Pena H.R. No. 152
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, A strong, effective system of free public education
for all youth is essential to our democratic system of government;
and
WHEREAS, The United States has made considerable progress in
the social, technological, and scientific fields due to our system
of free and universal public education and to our qualified and
dedicated teachers, who have equipped their students with the
skills necessary to achieve their fullest potential; and
WHEREAS, Given the pivotal role that educators play in the
lives of young people, the National Education Association and the
National Parent Teacher Association are recognizing May 2-8, 2004,
as Teacher Appreciation Week; at this time, it is a pleasure to
honor an outstanding Texas educator, Marilyn J. Huff, for her
exemplary contributions in the field of education; and
WHEREAS, Ms. Huff holds both bachelor's and master of arts
degrees from Pan American University; after teaching three years in
McAllen, she returned to her home of Edinburg, where she has taught
at South Middle School for 24 years and served as head of the
English department, touching the lives of countless students with
her enthusiasm, kindness, and love of learning; and
WHEREAS, Representative Aaron Peña, in celebration of
Teacher Appreciation Week, has appropriately recognized this
remarkable educator for her steadfast commitment to public
education; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 78th Texas
Legislature, 4th Called Session, hereby honor Marilyn J. Huff for
her exceptional efforts in behalf of her students and extend to her
sincere best wishes for continued success; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
prepared for Ms. Huff as an expression of high regard by the Texas
House of Representatives.