Bill Text: MI HR0258 | 2011-2012 | 96th Legislature | Enrolled
Bill Title: A resolution to declare May 7-11, 2012, as PTA Teacher Appreciation Week in the state of Michigan.
Spectrum: Slight Partisan Bill (Democrat 12-4)
Status: (Passed) 2012-05-08 - Adopted [HR0258 Detail]
Download: Michigan-2011-HR0258-Enrolled.html
Reps. Townsend, Barnett, Brown, Byrum, Constan, Darany, Durhal, Heise, Knollenberg, LeBlanc, Liss, Poleski, Segal, Slavens and Tyler offered the following resolution:
House Resolution No. 258.
A resolution to declare May 7-11, 2012, as PTA Teacher Appreciation Week in the state of Michigan.
Whereas, A strong, effective system of free public education for all children and youth is essential to our democratic system of government; and
Whereas, The United States and the state of Michigan have made considerable progress in the social, technological, and scientific fields due to our system of free and universal public education; and
Whereas, Much of this progress can be attributed to the qualified and dedicated teachers entrusted with the educational development of our children; and
Whereas, Teachers should be accorded high public esteem, reflecting the value the community places on public education; and
Whereas, PTA is keenly aware of the importance of teachers in children's reaching their full potential; and
Whereas, It is appropriate that teachers be recognized for their dedication and commitment to educating our children; now, therefore, be it
Resolved by the House of Representatives, That the members of this legislative body declare May 7–11, 2012, as PTA Teacher Appreciation Week in the state of Michigan. We urge all citizens to pay tribute to our public school teachers.
