H.R. No. 765

R E S O L U T I O N

WHEREAS, Professional social workers are highly trained and experienced individuals who take a holistic approach in caring for individuals, families, and communities; and

WHEREAS, In particular, school social workers are dedicated to helping schools fulfill their role as a setting for teaching, learning, and developing young people, and they support the goal of school districts to enhance student performance; they consult with teachers and administrators and frequently participate on teams within the school; and

WHEREAS, These diligent professionals also provide direct services to both students and their families, including casework, group work, classroom presentations, and crisis intervention and consultation, and they make referrals to community agencies; school social workers encourage parents to become active partners in their child's academic success, and they help them develop the tools to become positive role models; indeed, school social workers are a key factor in the effective implementation of the parental involvement provisions under the No Child Left Behind Act; and

WHEREAS, Linking schools, homes, and communities, school social workers contribute vitally to the growth and success of countless young Texans, and their tireless efforts are most deserving of our deepest respect and gratitude; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 80th Texas Legislature hereby recognize March 2007 as Professional Social Work Month and honor social work practitioners across the state for their steadfast commitment to helping others.

Flores

______________________________ Speaker of the House

I certify that H.R. No. 765 was adopted by the House on March 28, 2007, by a non-record vote.

______________________________ Chief Clerk of the House