88S40857 AMB-D By: Craddick H.C.R. No. 18 CONCURRENT RESOLUTION WHEREAS, Deb Shaw of the Midland Independent School District has been recognized as the 2023 Administrator of the Year by Texas Thespians; and WHEREAS, This prestigious honor acknowledges the contributions of outstanding school administrators who have demonstrated exemplary support for educational theatre; and WHEREAS, With more than three decades of experience in fine arts education, Ms. Shaw has served as Midland ISD's fine arts director for the past 18 years, and over the course of her tenure, she has distinguished herself through her passion for the arts as well as her exceptional organizational and managerial skills; under her able leadership, the Midland High School theatre program earned a number of accolades for its performance of A Midsummer Night's Dream at the Texas Thespians State Festival in San Antonio, including awards for best costume design, set design, and technical crew; and WHEREAS, Through her dedication, expertise, and commitment to excellence, Deb Shaw has made a positive difference in the lives of countless students, and it is indeed a pleasure to join in recognizing this esteemed administrator; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the 88th Legislature of the State of Texas, 4th Called Session, hereby congratulate Deb Shaw on her selection as the 2023 Administrator of the Year by Texas Thespians and extend to her sincere best wishes for continued success; and, be it further RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be prepared for Ms. Shaw as an expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives and Senate.