Resolution passes by the Newberg School Board on Tuesday, May 9, 2017

WHEREAS, teachers mold future citizens through guidance and education; and WHEREAS, teachers encounter students of widely differing backgrounds; and

WHEREAS, our country’s future depends upon providing quality education to all students; and

WHEREAS, teachers spend countless hours preparing lessons, evaluating progress, counseling and coaching students and performing community service; and

WHEREAS, our community recognizes and supports its teachers in educating the children of this community.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Newberg School District Board of Directors proclaims May 8-12, 2017, to be TEACHER APPRECIATION WEEK; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Newberg School District Board of Directors strongly encourages all members of our community to join with it in personally expressing appreciation to our teachers for their dedication and devotion to their work.

Adopted this 9th day of May, 2017.