H.R. No. 666

R E S O L U T I O N

WHEREAS, Adriano M. Gonzalez has been selected as a recipient of the Texas Exes Award for Outstanding Teachers, becoming one of only 12 instructors in the Lone Star State to receive this honor in 2009; and

WHEREAS, Sponsored by The University of Texas at Austin alumni association, the Texas Exes Award for Outstanding Teachers dates to 1987 and honors educators who inspire and support their students, bring credit to the teaching profession, and are highly respected by their colleagues and their community; by highlighting the achievements of these individuals, Texas Exes increases public awareness of the many contributions that teachers make to society; and

WHEREAS, Mr. Gonzalez, a teacher at Business Careers High School in San Antonio, was presented the Glaxo Award for Outstanding Teaching; throughout his career, he has motivated his students to excel through his exceptional instruction and encouragement; and

WHEREAS, Exemplifying educational excellence, Mr. Gonzalez has positively influenced both students and teachers with his dedication, knowledge, and inspiring presence in the classroom, and his myriad achievements make him a deserving recipient of this prestigious commendation; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 81st Texas Legislature hereby congratulate Adriano M. Gonzalez on earning a 2009 Texas Exes Award for Outstanding Teachers and extend to him best wishes for continued success with his important work; and, be it further

RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be prepared for Mr. Gonzalez as an expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives.

Castro

______________________________ Speaker of the House

I certify that H.R. No. 666 was adopted by the House on March 12, 2009, by a non-record vote.

______________________________ Chief Clerk of the House