SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 557
         WHEREAS, Excellence in education is vital to the success of
  our nation and our state, and Texas seeks to provide each child
  and adolescent with high-quality educational opportunities; and
         WHEREAS, Education develops the intellect through lessons
  in literacy, math, and science and prepares students for the
  responsibilities and opportunities of the future; and
         WHEREAS, Rabbi Menachem Mendel Schneerson, widely known
  simply as the Rebbe, was a global spiritual leader who dedicated
  his life to the betterment of mankind, and he provided a shining
  example of what education ought to be for all people; and
         WHEREAS, The Rebbe's tireless advocacy for youth, which
  emphasized the importance of education and good character,
  instilled hope for a brighter future into the lives of countless
  people around the world; and
         WHEREAS, The Rebbe taught that education, in general,
  should not be limited to the acquisition of knowledge and
  preparation for a career, nor should its sole focus be on making a
  better living; and
         WHEREAS, His philosophy was that the educational systems
  must also focus on building character--honesty and independence,
  drive and discipline, courage and compassion; and
         WHEREAS, In recognition of the Rebbe's outstanding and
  lasting contributions toward global education and his focus on
  morality and acts of charity, the Rebbe has been awarded the
  Congressional Gold Medal, and the United States Congress has
  establishedhisbirthdayasanationaldaytoraiseawarenessof
  the importance of strengthening the educational systems for our
  children; and
         WHEREAS, Every year since 1978, on the Rebbe's birthday,
  the President of the United States, regardless of political
  affiliation, has paid tribute to the Rebbe's vision by
  proclaiming "Education & Sharing Day USA"; and
         WHEREAS, By instilling a spirit of service and a rich
  appreciation for learning in our children, all involved in the
  field of education create a more optimistic future for our
  citizens and our state; now, therefore, be it
         RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 86th
  Legislature, hereby proclaim April 16, 2019, Texas Education and
  Sharing Day.
 
  Rodríguez
 
 
Alvarado Hughes Powell
 
Bettencourt Johnson Seliger
 
Campbell Kolkhorst Watson
 
Creighton Lucio West
 
Flores Menéndez Whitmire
 
Hinojosa Paxton Zaffirini
 
  Patrick, President of the Senate
   
   
    ________________________________ 
        President of the Senate
     
        I hereby certify that the
    above Resolution was adopted by
    the Senate on April 9, 2019.
   
   
    ________________________________ 
        Secretary of the Senate
   
   
    ________________________________ 
         Member, Texas Senate