85S12969 CJM-D

By: Roberts H.R. No. 489

R E S O L U T I O N

WHEREAS, Steven Smith, secretary of the Klein Independent School District Board of Trustees, concluded his term in June 2017, following six years of exemplary service; and

WHEREAS, Since winning election to the board in November 2011, Mr. Smith has collaborated with his fellow trustees to benefit district schools; and

WHEREAS, This notable Texan has also given back to his community by mentoring Klein ISD students, teaching English as a second language classes, and providing tax preparation services for low-income individuals and senior citizens; strong in his faith, he is an active member of St. Ignatius of Loyola Catholic Church, and he has served on the church's finance and Knights of Columbus councils; and

WHEREAS, A former officer in the U.S. Navy, Mr. Smith enjoyed successful careers in the energy and banking sectors; he holds a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering from the University of Kansas and a master's degree in business administration from the University of Colorado; moreover, he received a Master Trustee certification from the Leadership Texas Association of School Boards in 2013; and

WHEREAS, In all his endeavors, he has enjoyed the love and support of his wife, Debbie, and their two children; and

WHEREAS, A dedicated advocate for area students and their families, Steven Smith has furthered the mission of Klein ISD, and he may take pride in the many meaningful contributions he made during his tenure on the board; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 85th Texas Legislature, 1st Called Session, hereby honor Steven Smith for his service on the Klein Independent School District Board of Trustees and extend to him sincere best wishes for continued success; and, be it further

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