WHEREAS, Steve Clarke, the principal of Bellingham High School, has been named high school principal of the year by the Washington Association of Secondary School Principals; and
     WHEREAS, He has earned this honor through hard work, creativity, and dedication to the welfare of students, teachers, and staff; and
     WHEREAS, He has created a school culture that honors every individual, and is known by all students as someone who cares deeply about each of them; and
     WHEREAS, His leadership has helped students at Bellingham High School achieve at higher levels than students in other, similar schools; and
     WHEREAS, The consequences of high student achievement include better lives for students and greater prosperity and civic involvement for his community; and
     WHEREAS, His natural modesty and collaborative nature led him to credit teachers, staff, and students for winning this award;
     NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives offer its gratitude and commendation to Principal Steve Clarke and to the students, teachers, and staff with whom he wishes to share this honor; and
     BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That copies of this resolution be immediately transmitted by the Chief Clerk of the House of Representatives to Steve Clarke and his family, Bellingham High School, the Bellingham School Board, and the Association of Washington Principals.