SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 1005
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to
recognize Dr. David Splitek, who is retiring from the position of
superintendent of the Lackland Independent School District after
a career in education spanning nearly 40 years; and
WHEREAS, A graduate of the University of Wisconsin at
Madison, Dr. Splitek earned his master's and doctoral degrees at
The University of Texas at Austin; he became superintendent of
the Lackland Independent School District in 2000 after a career
that has seen him serve at nearly every level of the educational
system; and
WHEREAS, Dr. Splitek began his career in education as a
junior high school mathematics teacher in Albuquerque and El
Paso; he went on to teach at Texas A&M University, Trinity
University, and The University of Texas at San Antonio and to
serve as an administrator in the San Antonio Independent School
District; and
WHEREAS, Active in civic and professional affairs, Dr.
Splitek has served with the American Association of School
Administrators, the Military Child Education Coalition, the San
Antonio Founder Lions Club, and many other outstanding
organizations; and
WHEREAS, A talented and resourceful educator and
administrator, Dr. Splitek has handled his many responsibilities
with exceptional efficiency and dedication; he is respected and
admired by his colleagues, and his presence at the Lackland
Independent School District will be greatly missed; now,
therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 81st
Legislature, hereby commend Dr. David Splitek on his commitment
to education and extend to him best wishes for the retirement
years ahead; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for
him as an expression of esteem from the Texas Senate.
Van de Putte
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on May 25, 2009.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate