Bill Text: GA HR741 | 2009-2010 | Regular Session | Introduced
Bill Title: Tompkins, Mr. Leon; commend
Spectrum: Partisan Bill (Republican 1-0)
Status: (Passed) 2009-03-25 - House Read and Adopted [HR741 Detail]
Download: Georgia-2009-HR741-Introduced.html
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House
Resolution 741
By:
Representative O`Neal of the
146th
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RESOLUTION
Recognizing
and commending Mr. Leon Tompkins for outstanding contributions to public
education in the State of Georgia; and for other purposes.
WHEREAS,
Mr. Leon Tompkins has long been recognized by the citizens of this state for the
vital role that he has played in the teaching profession and his deep personal
commitment to the education of the students of Georgia; and
WHEREAS,
each year, retired school teachers who have made a significant impact on the
students of Houston County are selected to be inducted into the Houston County
Teacher Hall of Fame; and
WHEREAS,
in order to qualify as a nominee for the Houston County Teacher Hall of Fame, an
educator must have over 20 years of classroom experience and been actively
involved with enriching the lives of students outside the classroom with their
involvement in extracurricular activities; and
WHEREAS,
Mr. Tompkins dedicated an amazing 30 years to molding young minds and
challenging students of Houston County at Tabor Junior High School and Houston
County High School; and
WHEREAS,
before his retirement in 1993, Mr. Tompkins was named Teacher of the Year at
Tabor Junior High School three times; and
WHEREAS,
affectionately known as "Mr. T," Mr. Tompkins taught math, science, and
industrial arts and also served as a CVAE teacher and coordinator; and
WHEREAS,
active in his community, Mr. Tompkins is a member of the Jaycees, the Optimist
Club, the Houston County Retired Teachers Association, and Sandy Valley Baptist
Church; and
WHEREAS, nothing is more vital to the future of our state than the education of our young people, and Mr. Tompkins has, during his teaching career, exemplified the selfless dedication and professionalism which are characteristic of our finest educators; and
WHEREAS, nothing is more vital to the future of our state than the education of our young people, and Mr. Tompkins has, during his teaching career, exemplified the selfless dedication and professionalism which are characteristic of our finest educators; and
WHEREAS,
it is appropriate that this body join in expressing appreciation to Mr. Tompkins
for his outstanding efforts and accomplishments in education.
NOW,
THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that the members of
this body commend Mr. Leon Tompkins for his sacrifice, foresight,
accomplishment, and contributions on behalf of education in Georgia, recognize
him for the positive influence he has had upon the lives and futures of
countless young people in this state, and extend congratulations upon his
induction into the Houston County Teacher Hall of Fame.
BE
IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Clerk of the House of Representatives is authorized
and directed to transmit an appropriate copy of this resolution to Mr. Leon
Tompkins.