82R19676 JGH-D By: Hochberg H.R. No. 1996 R E S O L U T I O N WHEREAS, Beckie Driver has made a positive difference in the lives of Houston residents for more than a quarter of a century through her work in the field of adult education; and WHEREAS, During the course of her exemplary career, Ms. Driver has taught classes and served as a manager for other teachers; in these roles, she has assisted thousands of students in such programs as English as a second language, adult basic education, and general educational development; and WHEREAS, Ms. Driver is currently the manager of the Sharpstown Learning Center of the Houston READ Commission, a nonprofit literacy organization; she manages a staff of 10 instructors, as well as volunteers and community workers, who serve some 300 adults a day; and WHEREAS, This outstanding educator's dedication, professionalism, and commitment to excellence have inspired her coworkers and students alike, and she may indeed take great pride in the notable contribution she has made by helping area Texans; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 82nd Texas Legislature hereby commend Beckie Driver for more than 25 years of exceptional work in adult education and extend to her sincere best wishes for continued success; and, be it further RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be prepared for Ms. Driver as an expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives.