H.R. No. 1170

R E S O L U T I O N

WHEREAS, The McAllen Independent School District received the Golden Apple Award from United Way of South Texas on March 2, 2023; and

WHEREAS, Serving Hidalgo and Starr Counties, United Way of South Texas invests in initiatives that address critical areas such as health, education, financial stability, and safety net services, funding more than 100 programs through 22 partner agencies and numerous community impact grant recipients; each year at its awards ceremony, the organization recognizes local schools, school districts, businesses, and volunteers for their generosity and commitment to the South Texas community; and

WHEREAS, For the fifth straight year, McAllen ISD was honored with the Golden Apple Award as the top-contributing school district of the 17 districts that donate to United Way of South Texas; Gonzalez Elementary School earned the award for highest per capita campus for the fourth time, and the district's administration office won the award for highest per capita school department; and

WHEREAS, Through their admirable efforts, the faculty and staff of McAllen ISD have made a meaningful difference in their community, and it is truly a pleasure to honor their noteworthy contributions; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 88th Texas Legislature hereby congratulate the McAllen Independent School District on receiving the Golden Apple Award from United Way of South Texas and extend to all those associated with the district sincere best wishes for the future; and, be it further

RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be prepared for McAllen ISD as an expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives.

Guerra

______________________________ Speaker of the House

I certify that H.R. No. 1170 was adopted by the House on April 28, 2023, by a non-record vote.

______________________________ Chief Clerk of the House