R E S O L U T I O N
 1-1           WHEREAS, The Texas Scholars of San Patricio County have
 1-2     demonstrated a true commitment to excellence, and these future
 1-3     leaders of the Lone Star State are indeed worthy of special
 1-4     recognition; and
 1-5           WHEREAS, The students that choose to be Texas Scholars must
 1-6     complete a rigorous high school curriculum designed to better
 1-7     prepare them for higher education opportunities and the competitive
 1-8     job market; Texas Scholars graduates not only receive an
 1-9     outstanding education but also learn skills that make them valuable
1-10     employees able to adapt to the rapidly changing workplace; and
1-11           WHEREAS, This innovative program is sponsored by a coalition
1-12     of businesses, organizations, and educators, including the San
1-13     Patricio County Economic Development Corporation, Coastal Bend
1-14     Tech-Prep Consortium, Ingleside Rotary Club, Sinton Rotary Club,
1-15     Portland Rotary Club, and Mathis Chamber of Commerce; and
1-16           WHEREAS, By taking part in this worthwhile program, the Texas
1-17     Scholars of San Patricio County are embracing a future bright with
1-18     promise, and it is most appropriate to pay tribute to them at this
1-19     time; now, therefore, be it
1-20           RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 76th Texas
1-21     Legislature hereby honor the Texas Scholars of San Patricio County
1-22     and the organizations that support this exemplary endeavor and
1-23     extend to all involved sincere best wishes for continued success
1-24     and happiness; and, be it further
 2-1           RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
 2-2     prepared for the Texas Scholars of San Patricio County as an
 2-3     expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives.
                                                                      Hawley
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                                                   Speaker of the House
               I certify that H.R. No. 712 was adopted by the House on April
         22, 1999, by a non-record vote.
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                                                 Chief Clerk of the House