82R27880 BPG-D
By: Carter H.R. No. 2053
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, The members of the Richardson Independent School
District board of trustees have demonstrated an exceptional
commitment to area schoolchildren, and it is indeed fitting to
recognize their service; and
WHEREAS, Providing young citizens with a quality education is
essential to creating a prosperous future for our state and nation,
and public schools are the cornerstone of this crucial endeavor;
local school board members work with parents, classroom teachers,
and other education professionals to provide the best possible
learning environment for students; and
WHEREAS, Elected to serve three-year staggered terms, the
members of the Richardson school board set district policies and
support their execution, employ and evaluate the superintendent,
and adopt the annual budget; in addition, they levy and collect
taxes and issue bonds and perform specific duties imposed by the
state; and
WHEREAS, Current trustees are Luke Davis, Kim Caston, Kris
Oliver, Lanet Greenhaw, Karen Holburn, Kim Quirk, and Karen Ellis;
that group met in January 2011 and voted unanimously to set forth a
new strategic direction, which included the adoption of a mission
"to serve and prepare all students for their global future" and the
values of "integrity, inspiration, inclusiveness, and innovation";
and
WHEREAS, Through their tireless efforts to promote high
standards of student achievement, the members of the Richardson
Independent School District board of trustees have set an inspiring
example of dedication to public education, and they have made a
positive difference in their community; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 82nd Texas
Legislature hereby recognize the Richardson Independent School
District board of trustees and extend to its members sincere best
wishes for continued success; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
prepared for the board as an expression of high regard by the Texas
House of Representatives.