SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 700

WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to recognize Helen Weicker, who has been named the recipient of the Mabel Pitts Award by the Austin Association for the Education of Young Children; and

WHEREAS, Assistant site director at The University of Texas Child Development Center's Comal facility, Helen Weicker has been working in the field of child care for many years; she is known for her ability to build lasting relationships with children and their families and for her determination to create a nurturing environment in which every child is respected; and

WHEREAS, Helen performs numerous vital functions at the center, including supervising the infant and toddler program, hiring and training new staff, and keeping up with records; her compassion and reassuring manner, along with her wisdom and ability to understand the needs of those in her care, have made her an invaluable addition to the child care community in Austin; and

WHEREAS, With professionalism and genuine concern, Helen Weicker continually seeks ways to improve the center's services, and she has made a difference in the lives of countless children and their families; she is truly deserving of recognition for her many contributions in her field; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 81st Legislature, hereby commend Helen Weicker on her dedication to children and their families and extend congratulations to her on receiving the Mabel Pitts Award from the Austin Association for the Education of Young Children; and, be it further

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

Watson

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President of the Senate

I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on April 22, 2009.

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Secretary of the Senate

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Member, Texas Senate