TITLE: Congratulating Dr. Christopher Diem on his receipt of a 2025 Distinguished Alumni Award from the Killeen Independent School District Alumni Association.

SUMMARY: Congratulating Dr. Christopher Diem on his receipt of a 2025 Distinguished Alumni Award from the Killeen Independent School District Alumni Association.

FULL TEXT:
WHEREAS, Dr. Christopher Diem has been named a recipient of a 2025 Distinguished Alumni Award by the Killeen Independent School District Alumni Association; and WHEREAS, Each year, the alumni association recognizes Killeen ISD graduates who have contributed significantly to their communities or professions and who serve as inspiring role models for future generations; and WHEREAS, A graduate of the Harker Heights High School Class of 2001, Dr. Diem has built a respected career in education spanning nearly two decades; since 2015, he has worked for the Texas A&M University College of Medicine, and he currently serves as assistant dean of student affairs; he is responsible for helping students transition through school and into medical residencies, and he offers support in such areas as academic planning and career advising; and WHEREAS, In addition to his primary duties, Dr. Diem is the Round Rock contact for Academic Support Services, where he works with students to improve their time management and study habits as they prepare for standardized exams; he draws upon a wealth of experience in this role, having previously served as an educator with the Killeen, College Station, Belton, and Salado school districts; among his accolades, he has been named Region 12 Principal of the Year by the Texas Association of Secondary School Principals; and WHEREAS, The accomplishments of noteworthy alumni are a source of great pride to all those associated with Killeen ISD, and Dr. Christopher Diem is indeed deserving of this prestigious honor; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 89th Texas Legislature hereby congratulate Dr. Christopher Diem on his receipt of a 2025 Distinguished Alumni Award from the Killeen Independent School District Alumni Association and extend to him sincere best wishes for continued success; and, be it further RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be prepared for Dr. Diem as an expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives. Buckley Speaker of the House I certify that H.R. No. 1047 was adopted by the House on May 23, 2025, by a non-record vote. Chief Clerk of the House