H.R. No. 1910 R E S O L U T I O N WHEREAS, Melanie Decker of Waco has been named the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 6008 Teacher of the Year for 2008-2009, and her receipt of this notable accolade provides a fitting opportunity to honor her; and WHEREAS, Ms. Decker received the award from VFW Post 6008 at a banquet held on December 9, 2008; and WHEREAS, An English teacher at Midway High School in Waco, Ms. Decker has inspired and energized her students, and she has earned the respect and admiration of her colleagues with her dedication to her profession and her commitment to excellence; and WHEREAS, The young people of the Lone Star State benefit greatly from the skill, knowledge, and enthusiasm of great teachers, and with this award, Melanie Decker has gained well-deserved recognition for her accomplishments; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 81st Texas Legislature hereby congratulate Melanie Decker on being named VFW Post 6008 Teacher of the Year for 2008-2009 and extend to her sincere best wishes for continued success and happiness; and, be it further RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be prepared for Ms. Decker as an expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives. Anderson ______________________________ Speaker of the House I certify that H.R. No. 1910 was adopted by the House on May 14, 2009, by a non-record vote. ______________________________ Chief Clerk of the House