TITLE: Recognizing Lyford Consolidated Independent School District Board of Trustees for being named Texas Outstanding School Board.

SUMMARY: Recognizing Lyford Consolidated Independent School District Board of Trustees for being named Texas Outstanding School Board.

FULL TEXT:
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to recognize the Lyford Consolidated Independent School District Board of Trustees for being named the 2022 Texas Outstanding School Board, the top honor awarded by the Texas Association of School Administrators School Board Awards program; and WHEREAS, Since 1971, the Texas Association of School Administrators has honored Texas school boards for demonstrating commitment to educating their students and supporting their communities; and WHEREAS, Located south of Raymondville in Education Service Center Region 1, a small, rural district that serves over 1,400 students, Lyford CISD impressed the selection committee with the high quality and number of services and opportunities that it offers to its students; the board's emphasis on promoting college readiness and robust career and technical education convinced the Texas Association of School Administrators to give its most prestigious award to the district; and WHEREAS, The Lyford board of trustees is highly respected for its cooperation with parents and community members; its amicable and collaborative approach to decision-making, and its ability to adapt to change while maintaining community traditions; it is truly fitting that the Lyford CISD board members receive special recognition for their many exemplary achievements; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 88th Legislature, hereby commend the Lyford Consolidated Independent School District Board of Trustees on its dedication to excellence in education and extend congratulations to its members on being named the Texas Association of School Administrators 2022 Texas Outstanding School Board; and, be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for board members as an expression of esteem from the Texas Senate. LaMantia President of the Senate I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on February 21, 2023.