TITLE: Honoring David Smolik on his retirement as principal of Sacred Heart Catholic School in Hallettsville.

SUMMARY: Honoring David Smolik on his retirement as principal of Sacred Heart Catholic School in Hallettsville.

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WHEREAS, David Smolik is retiring as principal of Sacred Heart Catholic School in Hallettsville after 45 years of exemplary service in education; and WHEREAS, Mr. Smolik began his career as a junior high teacher, working in the Weslaco and North Forest Independent School Districts; he then went on to take positions as assistant principal of Northwood Middle School and Smiley High School and as principal of Kirby Middle School; and WHEREAS, Mr. Smolik moved back to his hometown in 1981 to teach world history at Hallettsville High School before becoming principal of his alma mater, Sacred Heart Catholic School, in 1984; during his three decades as the school's principal, he has helped expand its academic programs while bringing about numerous additions and improvements to the campus; and WHEREAS, Over the course of his tenure, he has consistently demonstrated a keen interest in the endeavors of his students, speaking with them as they come to school, visiting the classrooms, cheering them on at extracurricular events, and keeping in touch even after their high school graduation; he is known for proudly displaying his Sacred Heart pride through his trademark blue vest and for presenting royal blue Sacred Heart pencils to lucky recipients; and WHEREAS, Mr. Smolik has also given generously of his time and talents to such worthy organizations as the Hallettsville Lions Club, the Fine Arts Executive Committee of the Texas Association of Private and Parochial Schools, and the Knights of Columbus, which he has served as youth director; in addition, he acts as extraordinary minister in his parish; and WHEREAS, In recognition of his commitment to his students and to the larger community, Mr. Smolik has received the Lions Club Melvin Jones Foundation Award as well as the National Outstanding Educator Award for Catholic Secondary Education from the National Catholic Education Association; and WHEREAS, Through his dedication, his talent as an educator and administrator, and his personal concern for others, David Smolik has made a positive and lasting difference in the lives of his students and their families, and he may take well-deserved pride in his outstanding record of achievement; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 84th Texas Legislature hereby congratulate David Smolik on his retirement as principal of Sacred Heart Catholic School and extend to him sincere best wishes for the future; and, be it further RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be prepared for Mr. Smolik as an expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives. Schubert Speaker of the House I certify that H.R. No. 2780 was adopted by the House on May 21, 2015, by a non-record vote. Chief Clerk of the House