H.R. No. 978



R E S O L U T I O N
	WHEREAS, The Texas House of Representatives is pleased to 
join the citizens of the City of Diana in recognizing May 4, 2003, 
as Robert F. Hunt Day; and
	WHEREAS, On that day, the New Diana Elementary School is 
being renamed for Principal Robert F. "Bobby" Hunt, whose 
commitment in behalf of children spans 36 years and includes 25 
years of outstanding service with the New Diana Independent School 
District; and
	WHEREAS, Mr. Hunt was born in Hallsville, where he attended 
public schools; he earned bachelor's and master's degrees from 
Baylor University and began his career in education in 1967 with the 
West Rusk Consolidated Independent School District; he and his 
wife, Delores, have three children and attend First Baptist Church 
in Hallsville; and
	WHEREAS, Throughout his career, this esteemed professional 
has been dedicated to assisting the children under his guidance and 
has often gone far beyond the call of duty; from building fences to 
sitting in emergency rooms with his students, he has been a devoted 
and caring educator and an excellent role model for the many young 
people who look up to him; and
	WHEREAS, A hardworking and resourceful administrator who is 
highly respected for his wisdom and skills, Mr. Hunt has played a 
major role in making the New Diana Elementary School the excellent 
educational facility it is today; now, therefore, be it
	RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 78th Texas 
Legislature hereby commend Robert F. Hunt for his exceptional 
contributions to Texas children and the educational system of our 
state and recognize May 4, 2003, as Robert F. Hunt Day in the City of 
Diana; and, be it further
	RESOLVED, That a copy of this resolution be prepared for Mr. 
Hunt as an expression of high regard by the Texas House of 
Representatives.

                                                                          Hughes

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                                                       Speaker of the House     

	I certify that H.R. No. 978 was adopted by the House on May 1, 
2003, by a non-record vote.

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                                                     Chief Clerk of the House