H.R. No. 931
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, Dr. Stephen Garretson, a sixth-grade math teacher
at River Valley Intermediate School in McGregor, has been chosen as
a finalist for the 2013 Presidential Award for Excellence in
Mathematics and Science Teaching; and
WHEREAS, This prestigious award recognizes kindergarten
through sixth-grade math and science teachers for innovation in the
classroom; the awards program is administered by the National
Science Foundation on behalf of the White House Office of Science
and Technology Policy and involves a rigorous application process
requiring the demonstration of outstanding classroom instruction
skills and a deep mastery of content; and
WHEREAS, One of only three math teachers selected as Texas
finalists, Dr. Garretson has taught for two decades; he is known
for engaging his students, regardless of their initial abilities or
interest, in exploring and discovering the concepts, uses, and
importance of math; and
WHEREAS, Through his commitment, creativity, and
resourcefulness, Dr. Stephen Garretson has exemplified the highest
ideals of his profession, and he has inspired in many young Texans a
love of learning that will serve them well throughout their lives;
now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 83rd Texas
Legislature hereby congratulate Dr. Stephen Garretson on his
selection as a finalist for the 2013 Presidential Award for
Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching and extend to him
sincere best wishes for continued success; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
prepared for Dr. Garretson as an expression of high regard by the
Texas House of Representatives.
Anderson
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Speaker of the House
I certify that H.R. No. 931 was adopted by the House on March
27, 2013, by a non-record vote.
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Chief Clerk of the House