SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 9

WHEREAS, Dr. Saul Hinojosa has retired as superintendent of the Somerset Independent School District, drawing to a close an outstanding tenure with the district that spanned two decades; and

WHEREAS, One of the longest-serving superintendents in the region, Dr. Hinojosa began his career with Somerset ISD as a teacher; he previously served as an assistant principal at Southside ISD and as a government and history teacher and football and baseball coach in McAllen ISD; he assumed the role of superintendent of Somerset ISD in 2007, and under his able leadership, the district has overcome numerous challenges to earn an A accountability rating from the Texas Education Agency; and

WHEREAS, Dr. Hinojosa plans to continue his service in the field of education in his retirement; he currently works as a search consultant for Walsh Gallegos, a major law firm that assists school districts across the state in vetting and selecting superintendent candidates; and

WHEREAS, Through his dedication, professionalism, and commitment to excellence, Dr. Saul Hinojosa has helped many young Texans acquire the knowledge and skills necessary to succeed, and his contributions will be remembered and appreciated for years to come; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 88th Legislature, 1st Called Session, hereby congratulate Dr. Saul Hinojosa on his retirement as superintendent of the Somerset Independent School District 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 Dr. Hinojosa as an expression of high regard from the Texas Senate.

Flores

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President of the Senate

I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on June 8, 2023.

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Secretary of the Senate

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Member, Texas Senate