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By:  Merritt                                                      H.R. No. 250







R E S O L U T I O N

	WHEREAS, After more than 20 years as a superintendent and 

more than 40 years as an educator, Mike Crossland is retiring from 

his position with the Spring Hill Independent School District in 

Longview on December 31, 2005; and

	WHEREAS, Born on January 23, 1940, in Daingerfield, Mr. 

Crossland attended Kilgore College and earned a bachelor's degree 

from Oklahoma Christian College and a master's degree from the 

University of Mississippi; in addition to receiving his all-level 

administrative certificate from Stephen F. Austin State 

University, he holds professional certification in mathematics, 

health, and physical education; and

	WHEREAS, Mr. Crossland first worked as a math teacher and 

coach in Oklahoma City before returning to his home state and 

teaching for Longview ISD; he also distinguished himself during a 

20-year tenure with White Oak ISD, where he served as an instructor, 

coach, and administrator; and

	WHEREAS, An active member of the education community, Mr. 

Crossland is a former president of the Piney Woods Chapter of the 

Texas Association of Supervisors and Curriculum Directors and a 

member of the Texas State Teachers Association, the Association of 

Texas Professional Educators, and the American Association of 

Supervisors and Curriculum Directors; he is also a life member of 

the White Oak and Spring Hill Parent Teacher Associations and an 

elder for Judson Road Church of Christ; and

	WHEREAS, Together with his wife, Gloria, Mr. Crossland plans 

to spend his retirement fishing, traveling, and enjoying time with 

his six grandchildren; and

	WHEREAS, Mike Crossland has served the needs of our state's 

youth for nearly half a century as an educator and administrator, 

and his retirement provides a fitting opportunity to recognize this 

esteemed Texan for his notable contributions and achievements; now, 

therefore, be it

	RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 79th Texas 

Legislature, 2nd Called Session, hereby honor Mike Crossland on his 

exceptional tenure as an educator and extend to him sincere best 

wishes for a fulfilling retirement; and, be it further

	RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be 

prepared for Mr. Crossland as an expression of high regard by the 

Texas House of Representatives.