89S20324 AMB-D By: Hinojosa H.R. No. 26 R E S O L U T I O N WHEREAS, Michael Rye, an art teacher at the Rosedale School, has been named a 2025 Teacher of the Year in the Austin Independent School District; and WHEREAS, Every year, each Austin ISD campus nominates one educator to represent their school as a Teacher of the Year; this accolade recognizes outstanding individuals who demonstrate a commitment to Austin ISD's mission, vision, and values; and WHEREAS, A solid education is vital for young people to become successful and productive adults, and those men and women who dedicate their careers to teaching make a positive difference in the lives of their students and in the greater community; and WHEREAS, Michael Rye exemplifies the passion, determination, and innovative spirit that are the hallmarks of our best teachers, and he has set a standard of excellence to which all in his profession may aspire; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 89th Texas Legislature, 2nd Called Session, hereby congratulate Michael Rye of the Rosedale School on his selection as an Austin ISD 2025 Teacher of the Year and extend to him sincere best wishes for continued success with his important work; and, be it further RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be prepared for Mr. Rye as an expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives.