81R5138 JKB-D
By: Gattis H.R. No. 234
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, Walter Pond is planning to retire from his position
as superintendent of the Rockdale Independent School District
following the 2008-2009 school year, and in stepping down as
administrator of the district he will be bringing to a close a
notable career that has spanned nearly four decades; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Pond began his tenure with Rockdale ISD
immediately after completing his college studies; he taught as a
vocational agriculture instructor for 10 years and then
distinguished himself as an assistant principal, principal, and
director of maintenance and operations; and
WHEREAS, In 1988, the superintendent's job became open, and
Mr. Pond was selected out of 52 candidates by a unanimous vote of
the district's trustees; in all of the posts he has held over the
past 38 years, he has earned the respect and admiration of faculty,
parents, students, and staff; and
WHEREAS, Superintendent Pond's professionalism and
commitment to excellence have greatly benefited the residents of
Rockdale, and he may indeed reflect with pride on the exceptional
service he has provided to the school district as he prepares to
embark on the next exciting chapter of his life; now, therefore, be
it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 81st Texas
Legislature hereby congratulate Walter Pond on his outstanding
career with the Rockdale Independent School District and extend to
him sincere best wishes for continued happiness and success; and,
be it further
RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
prepared for Mr. Pond as an expression of high regard by the Texas
House of Representatives.