As Offered 136th General Assembly Regular Session H. R. No. 33 2025-2026 Representatives Willis, Dean A R E S O L U T I O N Honoring Thomas Jenkins, Jr. on receiving a Presidential Award for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching. WHEREAS, The members of the House of Representatives of the 136th General Assembly of Ohio are pleased to congratulate Thomas Jenkins, Jr., on being presented with a Presidential Award for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching; and WHEREAS, Selection for this prestigious award is an honor of which Thomas Jenkins can be justly proud, for he has been recognized for his outstanding talents, his leadership skills, and his unwavering devotion to his profession. A former STEM teacher at Greenon Local Schools, he currently serves as the program manager for the educational office at the National Museum of the United States Air Force, and he has displayed a sincere dedication to educating and inspiring the next generation of Ohio leaders; and WHEREAS, Willingly contributing his time, talent, and seemingly inexhaustible energy to learners of all ages, Thomas Jenkins has demonstrated the importance of education and the potential of each person to have a positive effect on the quality of life in our society. His work truly stands as the hallmark of concerned and responsible citizenship; and WHEREAS, Due to his exceptional efforts, Thomas Jenkins has helped to guarantee a high level of success for all projects with which he has been involved, and he has earned the respect and esteem of many. We are proud to note that it is through the unsurpassed commitment of conscientious people such as he that the State of Ohio continues to grow and prosper and remains responsive to the needs of its citizens; 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 H. R. No. 33 Page 2 As Offered therefore be it RESOLVED, That we, the members of the House of Representatives of the 136th General Assembly of Ohio, in adopting this Resolution, commend Thomas Jenkins, Jr., on his recent accolade and salute him as one of Ohio’s finest educators; and be it further RESOLVED, That the Clerk of the House of Representatives transmit a duly authenticated copy of this Resolution to Thomas Jenkins, Jr. 25 26 27 28 29 30 31