By Wise H.R. No. 1039 75R15919 JHS-D R E S O L U T I O N 1-1 WHEREAS, On May 23, 1997, Mercedes High School Valedictorian 1-2 Celina Flores will address her classmates at the school's 1997 1-3 commencement ceremony, and this occasion is truly deserving of 1-4 special legislative recognition; and 1-5 WHEREAS, Earning the right to call oneself "valedictorian" 1-6 requires not only intellect and aptitude, but four years of 1-7 dedication to the highest academic standards; the valedictorian 1-8 must display a firm understanding of the entire curriculum, from 1-9 math and science to language arts to social studies, while 1-10 demonstrating an unwavering commitment to education; and 1-11 WHEREAS, The valedictorian serves as a role model and leads 1-12 by example, combining a steadfast vision of excellence with a 1-13 tenacious enthusiasm; the competition for this coveted honor is 1-14 often fierce, although the spirit of the rivalry remains rooted in 1-15 a tradition of goodwill and the rewards of the countless hours of 1-16 study and preparation are myriad; and 1-17 WHEREAS, Ms. Flores has earned the respect and admiration of 1-18 her friends and classmates at Mercedes High School, and as she 1-19 presents her hopes for the future in her valedictory address, she 1-20 will no doubt inspire her fellow graduates to recognize and 1-21 appreciate the many possibilities available to them as they begin 1-22 this exciting new chapter in their lives; now, therefore, be it 1-23 RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 75th Texas 1-24 Legislature hereby congratulate Celina Flores on being named 2-1 Mercedes High School's 1997 valedictorian and wish her well in all 2-2 her future endeavors; and, be it further 2-3 RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be 2-4 prepared for Ms. Flores as an expression of high regard by the 2-5 Texas House of Representatives.