79S32013 MW-D

By:  Herrero                                                      H.R. No. 697



R E S O L U T I O N
	WHEREAS, Gene Wollman, a teacher at King High School in 
Corpus Christi, has been named a local Wal-Mart Teacher of the Year 
for 2006; and
	WHEREAS, Mr. Wollman was selected to receive this prestigious 
award on the strength of his proven dedication as a mentor, 
motivator, and innovator in education, as well as his ability to 
make learning exciting and fun; his nomination noted the 
appreciation students have for their experiences in learning about 
the planets and solar system; and
	WHEREAS, The Teacher of the Year program honors outstanding 
teachers throughout the United States and is contributing $7,000 to 
Corpus Christi area schools, $437,000 in the state of Texas, and 
$4.9 million nationwide; in receiving this accolade, Mr. Wollman 
has secured a $1,000 educational grant for his school and become 
eligible to compete for state and national teacher of the year 
awards; and
	WHEREAS, A teacher who has earned the lasting respect of 
students and peers alike, Mr. Wollman is indeed deserving of 
commendation for his many exceptional achievements; now, 
therefore, be it
	RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 79th Texas 
Legislature, 3rd Called Session, hereby congratulate Gene Wollman 
on his receipt of a 2006 Wal-Mart Teacher of the Year award and 
extend to him best wishes for continued success; and, be it further
	RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be 
prepared for Mr. Wollman as an expression of high regard by the 
Texas House of Representatives.