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2014 SESSION


HOUSE JOINT RESOLUTION NO. 286
Commending Jane Cruz.

 

Agreed to by the House of Delegates, February 14, 2014
Agreed to by the Senate, February 20, 2014

 

WHEREAS, Jane Cruz, a loyal and passionate educator in Fairfax County, retires as the principal of Fairfax County Adult High School on February 28, 2014, after 47 years of service to the community; and

WHEREAS, Jane Cruz has selflessly dedicated her life to serving marginalized youths and adults seeking to change their lives through education; and

WHEREAS, with a passion for learning and a deep desire to help adult learners succeed, Jane Cruz has inspired many adult learners, teachers, and staff throughout her 29 years with the Fairfax County Adult and Community Education system; and

WHEREAS, for the past 19 years, Jane Cruz has offered her leadership and wisdom as the principal of Fairfax County Adult High School; and

WHEREAS, Jane Cruz strives to foster an open, positive atmosphere that gives learners, teachers, and staff a voice in the decision-making process; and

WHEREAS, known for her creativity and innovation in the classroom, Jane Cruz has developed forward-thinking programs that have motivated countless students; and

WHEREAS, Jane Cruz leaves a legacy of excellence to other educators and administrators in the region and the Commonwealth; she will continue to serve as a committed advocate for the importance of education; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED by the House of Delegates, the Senate concurring, That the General Assembly hereby commend Jane Cruz, an outstanding educator, on the occasion of her retirement as principal of Fairfax County Adult High School in 2014; and, be it

RESOLVED FURTHER, That the Clerk of the House of Delegates prepare a copy of this resolution for presentation to Jane Cruz as an expression of the General Assembly’s admiration for her dedication to the students of Fairfax County and best wishes on her well-earned retirement.