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HOUSE RESOLUTION 49

 
2    WHEREAS, Future Teachers of America clubs are designed for
3students to accentuate a passion for teaching and learning, to
4discuss relevant topics regarding the field of education, to
5connect with mentors, local resources, and opportunities, to
6gain great leadership and communication skills, to learn about
7careers in education, and to develop a positive self-concept;
8and
 
9    WHEREAS, Future Teachers of America clubs strive to
10interest students in the field of education by providing
11information about careers in education and opportunities to
12participate in experiences that develop the qualities and
13skills essential for successful teaching; and
 
14    WHEREAS, The recruitment of students from all ethnic,
15cultural, and socio-economic backgrounds is emphasized by
16Future Teachers of America clubs; and
 
17    WHEREAS, Future Teachers of America clubs encourage all
18students to strive for academic excellence, to model
19appropriate classroom behavior, and to develop a positive
20self-concept; and
 
21    WHEREAS, Future Teachers of America clubs strive to

 

 

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1enhance school improvement by fostering a greater appreciation
2for teaching and learning, by assisting students, teachers,
3administrators, and other school personnel with school-related
4activities, and by encouraging members to be positive role
5models; and
 
6    WHEREAS, Future Teachers of America clubs promote a
7positive image of the teaching profession by encouraging
8parent and community involvement in school activities,
9encouraging student involvement in the community, and
10encouraging business and school partnerships; and
 
11    WHEREAS, Future Teachers of America clubs can strive to
12inform members, advisors, and administrators of the growing
13demand for qualified teachers in Illinois; therefore, be it
 
14    RESOLVED, BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE ONE
15HUNDRED THIRD GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, that
16we urge schools across the state to pursue starting Future
17Teachers of America clubs.