HR0858 93RD GENERAL ASSEMBLY

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HOUSE RESOLUTION

WHEREAS, The members of the Illinois House of Representatives wish to recognize Illinois teachers in honor of National PTA Teacher Appreciation Week held May 2nd-8th, 2004; and

WHEREAS, The United States has made considerable progress in the social, technological, and scientific fields; and

WHEREAS, Much of this progress can be attributed to the qualified and dedicated teachers entrusted with the educational development of our children to their full potential; and

WHEREAS, Teachers should be accorded high public esteem, reflecting the value the community places on public education; and

WHEREAS, PTAs on every level nationwide are keenly aware of the importance and impact of teachers on children; and

WHEREAS, It is appropriate that teachers be recognized for their dedication and commitment to educating their students; and

WHEREAS, National PTA Teacher Appreciation Week offers the opportunity for citizens to reaffirm their commitment to parent-teacher partnerships; therefore, be it

RESOLVED, BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE NINETY-THIRD GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, that we recognize National PTA Teacher Appreciation Week and honor the teachers of Illinois; and be it further

RESOLVED, That suitable copies of this resolution be presented to the National PTA and the Illinois PTA.