Bill Text: GA HR745 | 2009-2010 | Regular Session | Introduced
Bill Title: Ross, Mrs. Evelyn D.; commend
Spectrum: Partisan Bill (Republican 1-0)
Status: (Passed) 2009-03-25 - House Read and Adopted [HR745 Detail]
Download: Georgia-2009-HR745-Introduced.html
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House
Resolution 745
By:
Representative O`Neal of the
146th
A
RESOLUTION
Recognizing
and commending Mrs. Evelyn D. Ross for outstanding contributions to public
education in the State of Georgia; and for other purposes.
WHEREAS,
Mrs. Evelyn D. Ross has long been recognized by the citizens of this state for
the vital role that she has played in the teaching profession and her deep
personal commitment to the education of the students of Georgia;
and
WHEREAS,
each year, retired school teachers who have made a significant impact on the
students of Houston County are selected to be inducted into the Houston County
Teacher Hall of Fame; and
WHEREAS,
in order to qualify as a nominee for the Houston County Teacher Hall of Fame, an
educator must have over 20 years of classroom experience and been actively
involved with enriching the lives of students outside the classroom with their
involvement in extracurricular activities; and
WHEREAS,
Mrs. Ross dedicated an amazing 24 years to molding young minds and challenging
students in Houston County as an instructor at Thomas and Lindsey elementary
schools; and
WHEREAS,
Mrs. Ross devoted many years to teaching Sunday school at her church, and she
has served as an inspiration to three of her granddaughters who followed in her
footsteps to become teachers; and
WHEREAS,
nothing is more vital to the future of our state than the education of our young
people, and Mrs. Ross has, during her teaching career, exemplified the selfless
dedication and professionalism which are characteristic of our finest educators;
and
WHEREAS,
it is appropriate that this body join in expressing appreciation to Mrs. Ross
for her outstanding efforts and accomplishments in education.
NOW,
THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that the members of
this body commend Mrs. Evelyn D. Ross for her sacrifice, foresight,
accomplishment, and contributions on behalf of education in Georgia, recognize
her for the positive influence she has had upon the lives and futures of
countless young people in this state, and extend congratulations upon her
induction into the Houston County Teacher Hall of Fame.
BE
IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Clerk of the House of Representatives is authorized
and directed to transmit an appropriate copy of this resolution to Mrs. Evelyn
D. Ross.