85S13065 BK-D
By: Price H.R. No. 480
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, Don Wood is retiring from his position as
superintendent of the Bushland Independent School District in
January 2018, having rendered outstanding service to area students
over the course of his eight-year tenure; and
WHEREAS, Since joining Bushland ISD in July 2009, just after
the high school graduated its second class, Mr. Wood has guided the
district through a period of significant growth; along the way, he
has demonstrated sound fiscal management in dealing with budgeting
matters, and he has been instrumental in developing a five-year
strategic plan to continue the district's course for success with
the expansion of fine arts and career and technology education; and
WHEREAS, Following in the family tradition of service in the
field of education, Mr. Wood earned his bachelor's degree in
geology with a teaching certificate in composite science from West
Texas State University, and he began his career as a science and
math teacher and coach at Highland Park ISD in Amarillo; he moved
into administration as an assistant principal before being hired as
a high school principal in Nazareth, and he continued to accept
greater responsibilities as a principal in Childress and as the
assistant superintendent for eight years in Muleshoe; and
WHEREAS, In all his endeavors, Mr. Wood enjoys the love and
support of his wife of 30 years, Tonda, his three children, Lindsey,
Kasey, and Lane, and his two grandchildren, Taylor and Kelby, and he
has had the pride and satisfaction of seeing each of his children
pursue careers as public school teachers; and
WHEREAS, The Bushland Independent School District has
benefited immeasurably from Don Wood's leadership,
professionalism, and commitment to the success and well-being of
area students, and his contributions will be remembered and
appreciated for years to come; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 85th Texas
Legislature, 1st Called Session, hereby honor Don Wood for his
dedicated service as superintendent of Bushland ISD and extend to
him sincere best wishes for a rewarding retirement; and, be it
further
RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
prepared for Mr. Wood as an expression of high regard by the Texas
House of Representatives.