87R13253 JRI-D By: González of El Paso H.R. No. 700 R E S O L U T I O N WHEREAS, Since the beginning of the COVID-19 outbreak, the San Elizario Independent School District Board of Trustees has worked tirelessly to foster a suitable learning environment and ensure the health and well-being of area students; and WHEREAS, The alarming scale of the pandemic has forced the school district to adapt to rapidly changing circumstances over the past year, including the closure of campuses, the introduction of remote learning, and the implementation of safety protocols upon reopening; tasked with setting policy and overseeing the operation of school facilities, the San Elizario ISD school board has carefully considered public health guidelines while working with administrators, educators, and parents to determine the most efficient way for students to return to class; and WHEREAS, The dedicated individuals presently serving on the San Elizario ISD Board of Trustees are board president Sandra Licon, secretary Fernie Madrid, and trustees Eduardo Chavez, Becky M. Romero, Michelle Garcia, and Myrna Hernandez; the district also benefits from the able guidance of superintendent Dr. Jeannie Meza-Chavez; and WHEREAS, Although COVID-19 has placed immense burdens on schools across the country, the San Elizario ISD Board of Trustees has risen to this unprecedented challenge, and its members are indeed deserving of special recognition for their efforts; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 87th Texas Legislature hereby honor the San Elizario Independent School District Board of Trustees for its leadership during the COVID-19 pandemic and extend to its members sincere appreciation for their important work; and, be it further RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be prepared for the board as an expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives.