H.R. No. 2358
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, Charlita Blossom has been named Teacher of the Year
for Ezekiel W. Cullen Middle School in Houston; and
WHEREAS, A graduate of Howard University, Ms. Blossom majored
in radiation therapy but was inspired to embark on a career in
education by her mother and friends and now has 12 years of teaching
experience; and
WHEREAS, Ms. Blossom teaches social studies at Cullen and
enjoys interacting with her students; caring and dedicated, she
works diligently to accomplish the school's mission, as stated in
its motto, that "Every day, in every way, every child must have
every opportunity to learn"; and
WHEREAS, In addition to fulfilling her teaching
responsibilities, this outstanding professional serves as sponsor
for cheerleading, for eighth grade activities, and for homecoming;
moreover, she is a valued member of the Shared Decision Making
Committee; she also sets a fine example of civic engagement by
giving generously of her time as a member of the Delta Sigma Theta
sorority; and
WHEREAS, Children are the Lone Star State's most precious
resource, and a quality education is vital for our young people to
achieve their full potential; Charlita Blossom's contributions as
an educator have been of inestimable value, and she is truly
deserving of commendation for her commitment to excellence in this
demanding profession; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 81st Texas
Legislature hereby congratulate Charlita Blossom on being named
Teacher of the Year at Ezekiel W. Cullen Middle School and extend to
her best wishes for continued success; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
prepared for Ms. Blossom as an expression of high regard by the
Texas House of Representatives.
Edwards
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Speaker of the House
I certify that H.R. No. 2358 was adopted by the House on May
25, 2009, by a non-record vote.
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Chief Clerk of the House