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                                                                H.C.R. No. 207


HOUSE CONCURRENT RESOLUTION
WHEREAS, Gilda Molina Marquez was recognized for being an outstanding educator with her selection as teacher of the year by J. L. Long Middle School and as one of the 12 semifinalists in the Dallas Independent School District's teacher of the year contest; and WHEREAS, A graduate of Southern Methodist University, where she earned a bachelor of arts degree in English and in political science as well as a master of science degree in public administration, Ms. Marquez has worked in the field of education for more than 20 years; and WHEREAS, She began teaching in 1975 at Richland Community College, and over the years has held a number of instructor and administrative positions in the Dallas ISD; since the fall of 2000, she has worked as an ESL-language arts and Texas studies instructor for seventh and eighth grade students; and WHEREAS, Ms. Marquez has ably served in numerous professional organizations, including as chairperson of the student activities program of the Southern Association of Colleges and as a member of the Dallas Administrators Association; she also has made worthwhile contributions through her involvement with the Dallas Opera Education Board and the Dallas Public Library Board; and WHEREAS, Widely recognized for her dedication to addressing the achievement gap between students, Ms. Marquez has used her experience and training to positively influence the lives of countless young Texans, and this special commendation is truly appropriate; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the 78th Legislature of the State of Texas hereby recognize Gilda Molina Marquez as an exemplary teacher who is most deserving of being named teacher of the year and a semifinalist in the Dallas ISD teacher of the year contest; and, be it further RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be prepared for Ms. Marquez as an expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives and Senate. Lewis ______________________________ ______________________________ President of the Senate Speaker of the House I certify that H.C.R. No. 207 was adopted by the House on May 10, 2003, by a non-record vote. ______________________________ Chief Clerk of the House I certify that H.C.R. No. 207 was adopted by the Senate on May 31, 2003, by a viva-voce vote. ______________________________ Secretary of the Senate APPROVED: __________________ Date __________________ Governor