HJR288 Summary

• Commends Dr. Sam Houston for distinguished service in education and his 39 years of service with the Decatur City Schools.

• Recognizes Dr. Houston's educational credentials including bachelor's degrees in business administration, English, and Social Studies from the University of Alabama; a master's degree in Education Administration from the University of Alabama; and a doctorate in Education Leadership from the University of Tennessee.

• Honors Dr. Houston's career progression from English teacher at Oak Park Middle School in 1972 to principal of Westlawn Elementary School and Westlawn Elementary Magnet School, Supervisor of Middle and Magnet Schools, and Superintendent of Decatur City Schools since July 2003.

• Acknowledges his involvement in numerous professional and civic organizations and recognition for his exceptional abilities and tireless dedication.

• Resolution was adopted by the House on April 7, 2011 and by the Senate on April 21, 2011.