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Utah House honors dozens of outstanding teachers from across the state
Summary
The Utah House of Representatives paused its business on Feb. 10, 1993, to recognize outstanding educators from multiple legislative districts. Legislators introduced nominees on the floor, cited specific classroom programs and invited teachers and family members into the gallery for applause.
The Utah House of Representatives set aside time during its Feb. 10, 1993 session to honor teachers nominated by legislators from across the state.
The presiding officer welcomed the invited educators and explained that each district's representatives had nominated finalists; the honorees were presented with plaques and a booklet listing their accomplishments. Individual members introduced their district's recipient, detailing accomplishments such as curriculum development, long service, adoption of innovative classroom technology and leadership of extracurricular programs.
Representative Bader introduced Nancy Kalgoorji of Midland School in Roy, noting her organized classroom and previous statewide recognition. Representative Alexander introduced Marilyn Hatfield of Canyon Crest Elementary in Provo and said Hatfield emphasizes patriotism and respect in her teaching. Representative Anderson introduced Lana Coombes of Bear River Middle School and highlighted a pupil self-esteem and substance-abuse prevention curriculum she piloted, noting it is used in other states.
Other introductions described a range of contributions: teachers who developed remedial math programs, bilingual instruction, school-wide technology initiatives, and special-education programs. Several representatives noted nominees' family members and school principals present in the gallery. The presiding officer invited all the teachers to stand for a round of applause and announced a reception for the educators after adjournment.
The recognition was ceremonial; no policy or funding decisions were made during the presentations. The House then returned to its scheduled business, including readings and committee reports.
