SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 840
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to
recognize John Freeman Hightower on the occasion of his 2015
induction into the African American Educators Hall of Fame; and
WHEREAS, During his long career, John Hightower served as
an inspiration to students and fellow educators with his vision,
his wise counsel, his scholarly guidance, and his irrepressible
positive attitude; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Hightower served with distinction for 50
years with the Plano Independent School District; he taught
science and coached at Douglass High School for many years before
moving into the administrative ranks; he then served as a
principal and later as a coordinator of ethnic relations and as
director of special services; he has been named the recipient of
the Living Legend award, and in recognition of his exceptional
service to the district, the John F. Hightower Elementary School
was named in his honor; and
WHEREAS, John Hightower has had a profound impact on the
lives of countless young people, and he is truly deserving of
special recognition for his outstanding contributions to his
community and his profession; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 84th
Legislature, hereby commend John Freeman Hightower on his
commitment to excellence in education and extend congratulations
to him on his 2015 induction into the African American Educators
Hall of Fame; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for
him as an expression of esteem from the Texas Senate.
West
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on May 19, 2015.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate