H.R. No. 1347 R E S O L U T I O N WHEREAS, Ben Dixon received well-deserved recognition when he was presented with an Excellence in Secondary Teaching Award at the Plano Independent School District 2018 Teacher of the Year Gala; and WHEREAS, A science teacher at Bird Special Programs Center, Ben Dixon joined the faculty in 2014; he works tirelessly to help middle school students advance academically and overcome challenges with behavior, self-esteem, and other issues; providing extra tutoring and support as needed, he is a caring mentor and strong role model, and he often remains in contact with parents even after their children have gone on to other schools; he also serves as coordinator of the accelerated learning program and as middle school team leader, and he is a member of the Core Team and of many district-wide committees; and WHEREAS, Ben Dixon exemplifies the passion, determination, and innovative spirit that are the hallmarks of our best teachers, and he has set a standard of excellence to which all in his profession may aspire; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 86th Texas Legislature hereby congratulate Ben Dixon on his receipt of a 2018 Plano ISD Excellence in Secondary Teaching Award and extend to him sincere best wishes for continued success with his important work; and, be it further RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be prepared for Mr. Dixon as an expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives. Leach ______________________________ Speaker of the House I certify that H.R. No. 1347 was adopted by the House on May 3, 2019, by a non-record vote. ______________________________ Chief Clerk of the House