81R25765 MG-D
By: Allen H.C.R. No. 192
CONCURRENT RESOLUTION
WHEREAS, Duncan Elementary School in Fort Hood has been
honored with the 2009 Texas State School of Character Award; and
WHEREAS, This accolade is sponsored by the Houston
Independent School District's Character Education Program in
collaboration with Character Education Partnership, a national
advocate for fostering character education in kindergarten through
12th grade; CEP acknowledges the exemplary efforts of schools and
school districts in improving the behavior and learning of their
students through their focus on building character; having received
state recognition, Duncan Elementary School now has the opportunity
to apply for the National Schools of Character Award; and
WHEREAS, This notable institution, which is in the Killeen
Independent School District, was chosen for its dedication to the
social and emotional well-being of children; guided by the motto
"Duncan Dragons Do Their Best!", Duncan Elementary has maintained
its commitment to promoting a strong sense of ethics in its
students, instilling in them the importance of honesty, fairness,
responsibility, and respect for self and others; and
WHEREAS, By integrating character education into the
traditional academic curriculum, Duncan Elementary School is
building a solid foundation for the future achievement of its
students, and in so doing, it is helping many young Texans become
productive and responsible citizens of tomorrow; now, therefore, be
it
RESOLVED, That the 81st Legislature of the State of Texas
hereby congratulate Duncan Elementary School on its receipt of the
2009 Texas State School of Character Award and extend to its
students, faculty, and staff sincere best wishes for continued
success; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
prepared for Duncan Elementary School as an expression of high
regard by the Texas House of Representatives and Senate.