85R9829 BK-D
By: Herrero H.R. No. 460
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, Dr. Maria Rodriguez Casas, superintendent of the
Brooks County Independent School District, is being honored with a
Y Women in Careers Award by the YWCA in Corpus Christi on March 1,
2017; and
WHEREAS, The Corpus Christi YWCA has been recognizing
accomplished women in the community through this awards program
since 1979; those chosen for the distinction have achieved a
notable degree of success in their respective fields, and as women
who demonstrate integrity, a willingness to take on new challenges,
and a commitment to excellence, they serve as outstanding role
models for young girls, whose empowerment is a crucial part of the
YWCA mission; and
WHEREAS, The daughter of migrant parents from Mexico,
Dr. Maria Rodriguez Casas was labeled "at risk" when she
transferred to Brownsville schools in the seventh grade; defying
expectations, she went on to earn a bachelor's degree in
accounting, a master's degree in educational administration, and a
Ph.D.; after a successful seven years at the helm of Mathis ISD,
during which time she guided the district to improved scholastic
ratings, she became superintendent of Brooks County ISD, where she
continues to promote academic excellence; and
WHEREAS, Through the skill and determination she brings to
all her efforts, Dr. Maria Rodriguez Casas has earned the esteem of
her peers and made contributions to her community that will
resonate far into the future; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 85th Texas
Legislature hereby congratulate Dr. Maria Rodriguez Casas on
receiving a 2017 Y Women in Careers Award from the YWCA of Corpus
Christi and extend to her sincere best wishes for the future; and,
be it further
RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
prepared for Dr. Casas as an expression of high regard by the Texas
House of Representatives.