78R9208 MW-D

By:  Gallego                                                      H.R. No. 636



R E S O L U T I O N
	WHEREAS, Marta E. Galindo, a first-grade teacher at Ruben 
Chavira Elementary School in Del Rio, has achieved outstanding 
success as an educator, and her exceptional efforts in that regard 
have earned the well-deserved recognition she received when she was 
named 2001-2002 Texas State Teacher of the Year; and
	WHEREAS, Selected from a pool of six distinguished finalists, 
Ms. Galindo is the first teacher from San Felipe Del Rio 
Consolidated Independent School District to be named Texas State 
Teacher of the Year; she received her accolade and personal 
congratulations from President George W. Bush at a Washington, 
D.C., reception given in honor of all 50 state award winners; and
	WHEREAS, Ms. Galindo graduated from Sul Ross State University 
with two degrees, including a master of education; she has taught at 
Chavira Elementary School for 19 years and specializes in 
developing reading skills and assisting children with disciplinary 
difficulties; and
	WHEREAS, Through her enthusiasm, personal involvement, and  
unwavering commitment to education, Ms. Galindo has motivated her 
students to learn and excel; she has consistently exemplified the 
highest ideals of her profession and has ably represented the Lone 
Star State; now, therefore, be it
	RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 78th Texas 
Legislature hereby congratulate Marta E. Galindo on her selection 
as 2001-2002 Texas Teacher of the Year and extend to her warmest 
best wishes for continued success and happiness; and, be it further
	RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be 
prepared for Ms. Galindo as an expression of high regard by the 
Texas House of Representatives.