Congratulating Harlandale ISD superintendent Gerardo Soto on being named the 2025 ESC Region 20 Superintendent of the Year.

This is a ceremonial resolution (not a substantive bill) congratulating Gerardo Soto, superintendent of Harlandale Independent School District (ISD), on being named the 2025 ESC Region 20 Superintendent of the Year by the Texas Association of School Boards. The resolution recognizes his 31+ years in education, leadership in initiatives like the Educational Partners Program and Makerspace Center, and achievements including Harlandale ISD earning the state's highest financial accountability rating. It does not create any new laws, policies, or financial obligations. The resolution serves solely to honor Soto's contributions to public education in his district.