2023S0014-1 01/10/23 By: West S.R. No. 7 SENATE RESOLUTION WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to recognize the members of the DeSoto Independent School District board on the occasion of School Board Recognition Month, which is being observed in January of 2023; and WHEREAS, The mission of public schools is to meet the diverse educational needs of all children and to instill in students the ability to become productive members of our democratic society; and WHEREAS, Local school board members are committed to the principle that all children can become successful leaders, and school board members work closely with parents, educators, and the community at large to create a solid foundation and vision for public schools; and WHEREAS, The exemplary volunteers who serve as members of the DeSoto Independent School District board have worked diligently to improve the present and future lives of the schoolchildren in the DeSoto community; these dedicated public officials can reflect with pride on their many accomplishments over the previous year as they look to the bright future ahead for the school district, and it is indeed fitting that they receive special recognition on their commitment to education and their many contributions to the community; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 88th Legislature, hereby commend the members of the DeSoto Independent School District board on their outstanding service and dedication and join Texans across the state in celebrating January of 2023 as School Board Recognition Month; and, be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for the board as an expression of esteem from the Texas Senate.