WHEREAS, Central Kitsap Junior High is located in Silverdale, Washington; and
     WHEREAS, Central Kitsap District schools serve approximately 13,200 students from kindergarten to 12th grade; and
     WHEREAS, Central Kitsap Junior High Principal Barbara Gilchrist is known for outstanding achievements in the field of education, her welcoming open-door approach, and possessing a calm, collected demeanor; and
     WHEREAS, Principal Gilchrist generates innovative ideas and enthusiasm in educating and enriching the young minds of Washington State; and
     WHEREAS, The accomplished educator has 28 years of experience in education at the junior high level, including 12 years teaching Physical Education in the Cloverpark School District, 10 years as an Assistant Principal at Central Kitsap Junior High, and 6 years as the Principal of Central Kitsap Junior High; and
     WHEREAS, The Parent Teacher Association has presented Principal Gilchrist with the prestigious Golden Acorn award for her outstanding service to the youth of Central Kitsap Junior High; and
     WHEREAS, In 1997, Principal Gilchrist was named Olympic Region Assistant Principal of the Year for her contributions to education that go above and beyond reasonable expectations; and
     WHEREAS, In 2003, Principal Gilchrist was named Washington State Principal of the Year by the Washington Middle Level Principals Association; and
     WHEREAS, The Washington Middle Level Principals Association believes in continually evaluating and improving schools to ensure that Washington students receive the best educational preparation possible;
     NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, That the Washington State Senate honor Barbara Gilchrist for her leadership and commitment to excellence at Central Kitsap Junior High; and
     BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That copies of this resolution be immediately transmitted by the Secretary of the Senate to Principal Barbara Gilchrist and Central Kitsap Junior High.