Senate Resolution No. 249 honors Emily Ramirez, a teacher at Lake Highlands High School in the Richardson Independent School District, for being named the 2025 International Educator of the Year by the World Affairs Council of Dallas/Fort Worth. This prestigious award recognizes educators who enhance their students' understanding of global issues and promote international learning opportunities. With 13 years of teaching experience, Ms. Ramirez currently instructs AP World History and Mexican American Studies, and she has significantly contributed to her school community by co-creating the Global Awareness Speaker Series and organizing various supply drives and disaster relief initiatives.

The resolution highlights Ms. Ramirez's educational background, including her bachelor's degree in political science from the University of Oklahoma and a certificate in nonprofit management from Dallas College. Her accolades include a WACDFW travel fellowship to Morocco in 2019 and being named Teacher of the Year for her campus in 2022. Under her guidance, her students have received notable awards, and her Junior World Affairs Council program has been recognized as a Top 10 JWAC for five consecutive years. The Texas Senate commends Ms. Ramirez for her dedication to fostering global citizenship and leadership skills among her students and extends its best wishes for her future endeavors.