As Adopted

130th General Assembly
Regular Session
2013-2014
H. R. No. 98


Representative DeVitis 



A RESOLUTION
Honoring the Tallmadge Middle School Technology Education Program on receiving an ITEEA Program Excellence Award.

       WHEREAS,  The members of the House of Representatives of the 130th General Assembly of Ohio are pleased to congratulate the Tallmadge Middle School Technology Education Program on being presented with a Program Excellence Award at the annual conference of the International Technology and Engineering Educator Association; and

       WHEREAS,  Sponsored by the International Technology and Engineering Educator Association and Paxton/Patterson, the Program Excellence Award is one of the highest honors given to technology education classroom teachers for their outstanding contributions to their students and their profession. This prestigious distinction is a fitting tribute to Tallmadge Middle School and its technology education program, for they have achieved a noteworthy record of education and have become a model for other schools and programs around the world; and 

       WHEREAS,  With an unwavering commitment to educational excellence, the faculty, staff, and administration of Tallmadge Middle School and its technology education program have worked diligently to offer students a well-balanced curriculum that seeks to develop their academic, emotional, social, and physical capabilities. These fine professionals have earned the respect and gratitude of the community, and they are truly deserving of high praise; and

       WHEREAS,  Education is vital to our nation's continued economic and social well-being, and as the need for global learning and understanding increases, so do the demands placed upon our system of education. Tallmadge Middle School and its technology education program have consistently and effectively met these demands, and we are certain that the teachers and administrators will maintain their unfaltering dedication to helping students become capable and well-rounded individuals; therefore be it

       RESOLVED,  That we, the members of the House of Representatives of the 130th General Assembly of Ohio, in adopting this Resolution, commend the Tallmadge Middle School Technology Education Program on its recent accolade and extend best wishes for ongoing success; and be it further

       RESOLVED,  That the Clerk of the House of Representatives transmit a duly authenticated copy of this Resolution to Tallmadge Middle School.