H.R. No. 1024
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, A quality education is the foundation of future
success, and W. H. Bradfield Elementary School provides students of
the Garland Independent School District with a well-rounded
academic curriculum and opportunities to develop their individual
skills and talents; and
WHEREAS, Founded in 1962, Bradfield was named after the
former city mayor who became its first principal; the school today
has an enrollment of approximately 475 students, who are guided by
the motto "It's not what I've done, it's who I am: I am Bradfield's
best"; each week, a student from every class is chosen as one of
Bradfield's Best as a reward for outstanding behavior combined with
scholarly achievement; the Caught Being Good program also
recognizes children for their efforts; and
WHEREAS, Principal Mary Johnston leads a dedicated faculty
and staff, whose endeavors are inspired by the Bradfield mission
statement: "Build a positive learning environment, raise
expectations for all, appreciate cultural diversity, develop
responsibility among students, find the best in each child,
instruct at the highest level possible, engage parents and
community as partners, learn through problem-solving, demonstrate
continuing improvement."; and
WHEREAS, For the 2008-2009 school year, Bradfield's theme is
"Speeding to Success," emphasizing the diligence of students as
they strive to master new skills and acquire the knowledge they need
to progress to the next level of achievement; the faculty, staff,
and administrators of Bradfield Elementary can indeed take pride in
this fine institution and its role in preparing children to become
happy and productive citizens of the Lone Star State; now,
therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 81st Texas
Legislature hereby recognize Bradfield Elementary School in
Garland for its contributions to the community and extend to its
students, teachers, and staff sincere best wishes for continued
success; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
prepared for the school as an expression of high regard by the Texas
House of Representatives.
Kent
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Speaker of the House
I certify that H.R. No. 1024 was adopted by the House on April
2, 2009, by a non-record vote.
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Chief Clerk of the House