H.R. No. 532
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, The members of the Richardson Independent School
District Council of PTAs have distinguished themselves through
their commitment to supporting area youth; and
WHEREAS, This outstanding organization traces its roots back
to 1910, when the Richardson Mother's Club was founded; the
Richardson PTA joined the National Parent Teacher Association in
1929, and the Richardson ISD Council of PTAs was officially
established in 1959; since then, the council has grown to include
more than 54 local PTA groups at schools in Richardson, Dallas, and
Garland; and
WHEREAS, Members of the council have worked tirelessly to
help Richardson ISD students reach their full potential by
empowering educators, families, and area residents to advocate for
children throughout the district; the council has launched a number
of community service initiatives, including the car seat giveaway
event, clothes closet, and used book fair; moreover, the council
awards scholarships to Richardson ISD high school students and
teachers; and
WHEREAS, The Richardson ISD Council of PTAs benefits from the
able leadership of its president, Carolyn Potter, and its executive
board; with the support of more than 20,000 PTA members, the council
serves nearly 40,000 students; and
WHEREAS, The members of the Richardson ISD Council of PTAs
have made a meaningful difference in the lives of numerous young
Texans, and their willingness to give of their time and talents sets
an outstanding example of civic engagement; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 87th Texas
Legislature hereby commend the members of the Richardson
Independent School District Council of PTAs for their dedication to
serving area youth and extend to them sincere best wishes for the
future; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
prepared for the council as an expression of high regard by the
Texas House of Representatives.
Ramos
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Speaker of the House
I certify that H.R. No. 532 was adopted by the House on April
9, 2021, by a non-record vote.
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Chief Clerk of the House