HR 367

HR367 192898-1 By Representative Ford RFD: First Read: 08-MAR-18 192898-1:n:03/06/2018:JEC/jec LSA2018-1183 RECOGNIZING NATHANIEL W. MARTIN (WALLER) ON BEING NAMED THE 2018 ALABAMA NATIONAL DISTINGUISHED PRINCIPAL OF THE YEAR. WHEREAS, highest commendations and congratulations are herein proudly presented to Nathaniel W. Martin (Waller) on being named the 2018 Alabama National Distinguished Principal of the Year by the Alabama Association of Elementary School Administrators (AAESA); and WHEREAS, Nathaniel W. Martin has contributed exceptional direction as principal of the Enterprise Early Education Center (EEEC) in the Enterprise City School System since 2009; and WHEREAS, Nathaniel W. Martin places the best interests of his students first and tirelessly strives to create an atmosphere that propels teachers towards achievement; his leadership has positively impacted the students, teachers, and parents of his school and school system; and WHEREAS, his extensive record of excellence includes developing engaging learning walks for teachers to equip their students for academic and social success, encouraging collaboration among staff, parents, and the community and soliciting input from parents and community stakeholders regarding ways to improve the school when implementing a new program, empowering learners to take ownership of their education as they develop a deep understanding and mastery of the standards, establishing and implementing a standards based report card, advocating character education and implementing school-wide programs such as "Bucket Fillers," and creating a healthy balance between academics, play, technology, and the celebration of large and small feats by Enterprise Early Education Center students; and WHEREAS, with an unwavering commitment to excellence in the rewarding field of education, Nathaniel W. Martin reflects immense credit upon the entire State of Alabama, and he is truly deserving of special commendation and praise; now therefore, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE LEGISLATURE OF ALABAMA, That Nathaniel W. Martin is highly honored and commended, and this resolution is offered to him in deepest admiration and appreciation for his significant contributions to education, as well as with sincere best wishes for continued success in all future endeavors.