88R26781 CW-D
By: Orr H.R. No. 1416
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, Phyllis Speer Foley is retiring as a kindergarten
teacher with the Leon Independent School District in May 2023,
drawing to a close an exceptional career with the district that has
spanned half a century; and
WHEREAS, An alum of Leon ISD, Phyllis Foley was hired to teach
second grade for the district in 1973 after earning her degree in
education from Sam Houston State University; shortly before the
beginning of the school year, she was informed that she would be
launching the district's kindergarten program instead, and she
started the year with no curriculum, no supplies, and more than 20
eager students; despite the challenges, she persevered and went on
to serve as the district's only kindergarten teacher for the next
several years; and
WHEREAS, Mrs. Foley also drove a school bus for Leon ISD, and
while working, she went back to school to obtain a master's degree;
she has taught three generations of local families over the years,
and she has adapted to numerous changes in administration,
requirements, curriculum, and technology, attending many workshops
and training programs along the way; and
WHEREAS, A devoted wife and mother, Mrs. Foley shared a
rewarding marriage of 47 years with her husband, the late Tommy
Foley, and today she enjoys the love and support of their four
children; and
WHEREAS, Through her skill, professionalism, and commitment
to excellence, Phyllis Foley has made a profound and positive
difference in the lives of countless young Texans, and her
contributions to the district will resonate for years to come; now,
therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 88th Texas
Legislature hereby congratulate kindergarten teacher Phyllis Speer
Foley on her retirement from the Leon Independent School District
and extend to her sincere best wishes for the future; and, be it
further
RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
prepared for Mrs. Foley as an expression of high regard by the Texas
House of Representatives.