Bill Text: VA HR603 | 2018 | 1st Special Session | Enrolled
Bill Title: Commending Claude LeGrand.
Spectrum: Partisan Bill (Democrat 1-0)
Status: (Passed) 2018-05-30 - Bill text as passed House (HR603ER) [HR603 Detail]
Download: Virginia-2018-HR603-Enrolled.html
WHEREAS, Claude LeGrand, an exceptional educator who has inspired countless students as band director at Manassas Park High School, was named the 2018 Manassas Park Teacher of the Year by the Washington Post; and
WHEREAS, for 15 years, Claude LeGrand has helped enhance the learning experience at Manassas Park High School through his infectious enthusiasm for music and energetic teaching style; and
WHEREAS, under Claude LeGrand's leadership, Manassas Park High School's award-winning marching band and drumline have performed at prestigious events, such as a Washington Wizards basketball game at the Verizon Center, the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., Oratorical Contest, and the Cancer Awareness Walk at National Harbor; and
WHEREAS, the Manassas Park High School marching band and drumline have become exceptional ambassadors for the school and for the arts and music in general with Claude LeGrand's guidance; and
WHEREAS, Claude LeGrand understands the time, dedication, and hard work necessary to succeed in music and demonstrates the same commitment to every student, from novices to experienced musicians seeking advanced tutelage; and
WHEREAS, well known as a trusted mentor to students and friend to his fellow faculty and staff members, Claude LeGrand is always willing to help someone seeking to achieve greatness in or out of the classroom; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED by the House of Delegates, That Claude LeGrand hereby be commended on his selection as the 2018 Manassas Park Teacher of the Year; and, be it
RESOLVED FURTHER, That the Clerk of the House of Delegates prepare a copy of this resolution for presentation to Claude LeGrand as an expression of the House of Delegates' admiration for his contributions to the students of Manassas Park High School.