SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 28
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to
recognize Dr. Rod Paige on the grand occasion of his 90th
birthday, which is being celebrated with a gathering of his
friends and family on June 17, 2023; and
WHEREAS, An esteemed educator and administrator, Dr. Paige
served as the United States Secretary of Education from 2001 to
2005 under President George W. Bush; he championed the No Child
Left Behind Act and helped raise national standards of excellence
in public education; after his service as secretary of education,
he held a position as a public policy fellow at the Woodrow Wilson
International Center for Scholars; and
WHEREAS, Dr. Paige served as dean of the Texas Southern
University College of Education and as the superintendent of the
Houston Independent School District; he was the first African
American to serve in that position, and in 2001, the American
Association of School Administrators named him as National
Superintendent of the Year; his unique style of leadership and
his innovative approach to education established him as a revered
figure in educational administration, and he has received many
awards and accolades for his professional accomplishments; and
WHEREAS, A resident of Houston, Rod is a loving husband to
his wife, Stephanie Nellons-Paige, and a proud father of his two
children; his wisdom, his generous spirit, and the enthusiasm
with which he approaches life are a source of inspiration to
those around him, and his 90th birthday is indeed a fitting
occasion for his loved ones to express their admiration and
affection; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 88th
Legislature, 2nd Called Session, hereby recognize Dr. Rod Paige
as a treasured citizen of the Lone Star State and extend to him
congratulations and best wishes on the joyous occasion of his
90th birthday; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for
him as an expression of esteem from the Texas Senate.
West
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on July 11, 2023.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate