TITLE: Congratulating Doug Evans on his retirement from the Sulphur Springs Independent School District.

SUMMARY: Congratulating Doug Evans on his retirement from the Sulphur Springs Independent School District.

FULL TEXT:
WHEREAS, Doug Evans, a much-respected teacher and coach, retired from the Sulphur Springs Independent School District on January 28, 2011, after 32 years of service; and WHEREAS, By the time Doug Evans reached high school, he already knew that he wanted to pursue a career in teaching and coaching, having been inspired by the educators in his schools; after graduating from high school in 1976, he enrolled at East Texas State University and received his degree three years later; and WHEREAS, Mr. Evans completed his student teaching at Sulphur Springs Middle School, where he made a favorable impression and was hired to teach eighth grade social studies and work as an assistant coach; after five years, he was promoted to head coach of the football team; and WHEREAS, After joining the faculty at the high school, he coached basketball and track, and by 1987 he was coaching the golf and football teams; he would spend more than two decades with each while continuing to teach social studies; and WHEREAS, Highly admired by his colleagues and students, Mr. Evans was renowned for his engaging style of teaching, and he served as a positive influence in the lives of the young people he mentored in the classroom and in competition; throughout his career, he enjoyed the love and support of his wife, Sharla, and his daughter, Kelsey; and WHEREAS, Doug Evans helped numerous Sulphur Springs students to build a strong foundation for future success, and his record of achievement will be remembered and appreciated for years to come; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 82nd Texas Legislature hereby congratulate Doug Evans on his retirement from the Sulphur Springs Independent School District and extend to him sincere best wishes for continued happiness; and, be it further RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be prepared for Mr. Evans as an expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives. Cain Speaker of the House I certify that H.R. No. 324 was adopted by the House on February 15, 2011, by a non-record vote. Chief Clerk of the House