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ID HCR026
Concurrent Resolution
Status
3/14/2017
Primary Sponsor
Ways and Means Committee
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AI Summary
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Recognizes Sonia Galaviz as an exemplary teacher and Idaho citizen for her devotion to students, families, and the education profession.
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Galaviz received her bachelor's degree in elementary education from Boise State University in 2002 and master's degree in curriculum and instruction with bilingual emphasis in 2005, beginning her teaching career in the Nampa School District.
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Received the NEA Foundation Award for Teaching Excellence on February 10, 2017, the top award among forty national finalists, recognizing her exemplary instruction, advocacy, and support for public education.
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Creates culturally responsive classrooms through home visits, family partnerships, and curriculum designed to reflect students' diverse backgrounds including Mexican-American, Asian, American Indian, and white populations.
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Awarded a $10,000 grant from NASA and Boise State University to create STEM backpacks for students at Garfield Elementary School and received the Idaho STEM Action Center's INDEEDS Award in 2016 for her dedication to STEM education.
Legislative Description
Stating findings of the Legislature and recognizing Sonia Galaviz for her commitment to her students and her exemplary conduct as an Idaho teacher.
SONIA GALAVIZ
Last Action
Delivered to Secretary of State at 10:30 a.m. on March 28, 2017
3/29/2017