H.R. No. 745



R E S O L U T I O N
	WHEREAS, Amanda Kelley of Abilene celebrates her 50th 
birthday on June 1, 2006, and this auspicious occasion provides a 
fitting opportunity to recognize her for her many accomplishments; 
and
	WHEREAS, Born in Clarksville, Tennessee, Mrs. Kelley 
graduated from Abilene Christian High School and attended David 
Lipscomb University; she continued her education at Abilene 
Christian University, earning a bachelor of science degree in 
education and completing 15 hours of postgraduate work; and
	WHEREAS, This notable educator embarked on her career in 1978 
as a sixth-grade science and physical education teacher at Phillip 
Nolan Intermediate in the Sweetwater ISD; she was also a substitute 
teacher for San Angelo ISD; in 1980, she joined Abilene ISD as a 
social studies and science teacher at Fair Park Elementary, and 
five years later she became a science and math instructor at Mann 
Middle School, where today she continues to help set young Texans on 
their paths to bright and rewarding futures; and
	WHEREAS, In addition to her classroom experience, Mrs. Kelley 
has also made significant contributions to the lives of young 
people by participating in the Mentoring Industrious Minds and 
Educating Students program and coaching citywide girls' 
basketball; and
	WHEREAS, Mrs. Kelley's dedication to her students is only 
surpassed by her love for her family; she married Steven Lewis 
Kelley in July 1976, and their union has been blessed with three 
sons, Casey Heath Kelley, Chad Headrick Kelley, and Clay Harding 
Kelley; and
	WHEREAS,  In reflecting on the past 50 years, Mrs. Kelley may 
take great pride in the knowledge that she has played a  meaningful, 
positive role in the lives of her students and her family, for whom 
she is a source of tremendous inspiration and pride; now, 
therefore, be it
	RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 79th Texas 
Legislature, 3rd Called Session, hereby congratulate Amanda Kelley 
on her 50th birthday and extend to her warmest best wishes for 
continued happiness; and, be it further
	RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be 
prepared for Mrs. Kelley as an expression of high regard by the 
Texas House of Representatives.

                                                                          Hunter

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                                                       Speaker of the House     

	I certify that H.R. No. 745 was adopted by the House on May 
15, 2006, by a non-record vote.

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                                                     Chief Clerk of the House