H.R. No. 1752

R E S O L U T I O N

WHEREAS, Dr. Roosevelt Nivens II has been named superintendent of the Lamar Consolidated Independent School District; and

WHEREAS, An educator with 24 years of experience, Dr. Nivens began his career as a teacher in the Dallas Independent School District, and he later joined Lancaster ISD, where he served as assistant principal, principal, and assistant superintendent of achievement and organizational management; in 2015, he became superintendent of Community ISD, and under his leadership, the district earned an A rating from the Texas Education Agency and increased the number of students earning college credits through Advanced Placement Exams and dual credit classes, with 10 percent of students earning an associate's degree upon graduation; he also expanded the district's career and technical education programs and professional certifications; and

WHEREAS, Dr. Nivens holds a bachelor of science degree from Liberty University and master's and doctoral degrees in education from Texas A&M University-Commerce; in all his endeavors, he enjoys the love and support of his wife, Karla; and

WHEREAS, Throughout his career as an educator, Roosevelt Nivens has upheld the highest standards of his profession, and he is sure to bring to his new position equal commitment and energy; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 87th Texas Legislature hereby congratulate Dr. Roosevelt Nivens II on his selection as superintendent of the Lamar Consolidated Independent School District and extend to him sincere best wishes for a successful tenure; and, be it further

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

Reynolds

______________________________ Speaker of the House

I certify that H.R. No. 1752 was adopted by the House on May 29, 2021, by a non-record vote.

______________________________ Chief Clerk of the House