85R30048 CJM-D

By: Craddick H.R. No. 2226

R E S O L U T I O N

WHEREAS, Eddie Lee, the superintendent of Midland Christian School, received an honorary doctorate from Abilene Christian University on May 1, 2017; and

WHEREAS, The university awards honorary doctorates to individuals who have exemplified leadership and service to the community throughout their lifetime; the 85th recipient of this notable honor, Mr. Lee was recognized for shaping the lives of countless young Texans during his 42 years in education; and

WHEREAS, This esteemed administrator began his career in 1975, when he accepted a position at Midland Christian School; after teaching math and science for five years, he was named the school's principal, and he went on to become superintendent in 1985; over the course of his notable tenure, he has earned a reputation for going above and beyond the duties of his position; and

WHEREAS, Mr. Lee holds a bachelor's degree from Lubbock Christian University and a master's degree from The University of Texas of the Permian Basin; in all his endeavors, he enjoys the love and support of his wife, Carol, and his son, Jared, who have both joined him in working at Midland Christian School; and

WHEREAS, Over the years, Eddie Lee has exemplified the highest ideals of his profession, fostering a positive, faith-based environment for students while working to equip them with a sound academic foundation on which to build, and he is indeed deserving of this most recent accolade; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 85th Texas Legislature hereby congratulate Eddie Lee on his receipt of an honorary doctorate from Abilene Christian University and extend to him sincere 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. Lee as an expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives.