88S10171 AMB-D
By: Flores S.R. No. 9
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, Dr. Saul Hinojosa has retired as superintendent of
the Somerset Independent School District, drawing to a close an
outstanding tenure with the district that spanned two decades; and
WHEREAS, One of the longest-serving superintendents in the
region, Dr. Hinojosa began his career with Somerset ISD as a
teacher; he previously served as an assistant principal at
Southside ISD and as a government and history teacher and football
and baseball coach in McAllen ISD; he assumed the role of
superintendent of Somerset ISD in 2007, and under his able
leadership, the district has overcome numerous challenges to earn
an A accountability rating from the Texas Education Agency; and
WHEREAS, Dr. Hinojosa plans to continue his service in the
field of education in his retirement; he currently works as a search
consultant for Walsh Gallegos, a major law firm that assists school
districts across the state in vetting and selecting superintendent
candidates; and
WHEREAS, Through his dedication, professionalism, and
commitment to excellence, Dr. Saul Hinojosa has helped many young
Texans acquire the knowledge and skills necessary to succeed, and
his contributions will be remembered and appreciated for years to
come; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the 88th Texas Legislature, 1st
Called Session, hereby congratulate Dr. Saul Hinojosa on his
retirement as superintendent of the Somerset Independent School
District and extend to him sincere best wishes for continued
success; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
prepared for Dr. Hinojosa as an expression of high regard by the
Texas Senate.