H.R. No. 1628



R E S O L U T I O N
	WHEREAS, May 31, 2003, marks the conclusion of a remarkable 
career in education for Ann Crump that has spanned three decades; 
and
	WHEREAS, A graduate of Harlingen High School, Mrs. Crump 
attended Texas Woman's University, East Texas State University, and 
Pan American University, completing both her bachelor's and 
master's degrees in early childhood education; and
	WHEREAS, She has spent 29 years of her career as a teacher in 
the Mineola Independent School District, serving for the past 27 as 
a beloved kindergarten teacher who has introduced numerous young 
students to the joys of learning while helping them make a 
successful transition from home to the classroom setting; 
innovative, dynamic, patient, and kind, she has won the respect and 
admiration of coworkers and parents alike and a special place in the 
hearts of many of her students; and
	WHEREAS, In all that she does, Mrs. Crump enjoys the love and 
support of her family, which includes her husband, Mike, her sons, 
Jeff and Jason, and her granddaughter, Alyssa; and
	WHEREAS, This esteemed woman has enriched the lives of 
generations of young Texans throughout her years in the classroom, 
and it is a pleasure to honor her as she embarks on the next chapter 
of her life; now, therefore, be it
	RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 78th Texas 
Legislature hereby commend Ann Crump on her outstanding career as 
an educator and extend to her sincere best wishes for a happy and 
rewarding retirement; and, be it further
	RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be 
prepared for Mrs. Crump 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. 1628 was adopted by the House on May 
28, 2003, by a non-record vote.

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                                                     Chief Clerk of the House