SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 973

WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to recognize Carolyn Pierel, who is retiring after five years of outstanding service as superintendent of the Argyle Independent School District; and

WHEREAS, A longtime educator, Carolyn Pierel taught high school for 18 years before moving into the administrative field, where she has been for the last 17 years; and

WHEREAS, A talented and resourceful individual, she has handled her many responsibilities as a superintendent with exceptional efficiency and dedication; and

WHEREAS, Throughout her long and productive career, Carolyn Pierel has carried out her duties with integrity and fairness, and through her achievements and abilities, she has contributed immeasurably to the educational system of the Argyle Independent School District; and

WHEREAS, An exemplary educator and administrator, she is admired and respected by students and by her colleagues, and her presence with the Argyle Independent School District will be greatly missed; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 80th Legislature, hereby commend Carolyn Pierel on her exceptional service to the Argyle Independent School District and our state and extend to her best wishes for the retirement years ahead; and, be it further

RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for her as an expression of high regard from the Texas Senate. Nelson

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President of the Senate

I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on May 4, 2007.

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Secretary of the Senate

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Member, Texas Senate