Reps. Sak, Dennis, O'Neil, Farrah, Adamini, McConico, Gleason, Bieda, Zelenko, Hopgood, Minore, Spade, Vagnozzi, Tobocman, Accavitti, Wojno, Woodward, Condino, Whitmer, Stallworth, Plakas, Sheltrown, Kooiman, Anderson and Waters offered the following resolution:

            House Resolution No. 250.

            A resolution recognizing May 2-8, 2004, as Teacher Appreciation Week in the state of Michigan.

Whereas, A strong, effective system of free public school education for all children and youth is essential to our democratic system of government; and

            Whereas, The United States has made considerable progress in the social, technological, and scientific fields due to our system of free and universal public education; and

            Whereas, Much of this progress can be attributed to the qualified and dedicated teachers entrusted with the educational development of our children; and

            Whereas, Teachers should be accorded high public esteem, reflecting the value our community places on public education; and

            Whereas, The importance and impact of teachers on children is known nationwide; and

            Whereas, It is appropriate that teachers be recognized for their dedication and commitment to educating their students; now, therefore be it further

            Resolved by the House of Representatives, That the members of this legislative body hereby recognize May 2-8, 2004, as Teacher Appreciation Week in the state of Michigan.