85R8544 JCD-D By: Israel H.R. No. 476 R E S O L U T I O N WHEREAS, The education of our children is vital to the future of the Lone Star State, and Amy Pruitt, a first-grade teacher for the Hutto Independent School District, is one of the many outstanding educators who play an integral role in this important endeavor; and WHEREAS, A graduate of Columbia International University, Ms. Pruitt has dedicated 17 years to teaching at the kindergarten, first- and second-grade levels; before joining the faculty at Hutto ISD, she worked in North Carolina, for the Leander Independent School District, and at Gateway Charter School; and WHEREAS, For the past six years, Ms. Pruitt has taught Hutto first graders, and she also serves as a grade-level coach; her exceptional work earned her the title of Teacher of the Year for the 2010-2011 academic year; and WHEREAS, In all her endeavors, Ms. Pruitt has enjoyed the love and support of her husband, Bobby, and her three children, Riley, Beau, and Emma Grace; and WHEREAS, Amy Pruitt exemplifies the dedication, enthusiasm, and spirit of service that are the hallmarks of a great teacher, and she is indeed an inspiration to her students and fellow educators alike; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 85th Texas Legislature commend Amy Pruitt of the Hutto Independent School District for her commitment to educating future generations of Texans; and, be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this resolution be prepared for Ms. Pruitt as an expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives.