By Wise                                               H.R. No. 1067
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                                 R E S O L U T I O N
 1-1           WHEREAS, Jose Martinez, Jr., has earned the distinction of
 1-2     being the salutatorian at Progreso High School, and for achieving
 1-3     this auspicious honor he is truly deserving of special legislative
 1-4     recognition; and
 1-5           WHEREAS, Earning the right to call oneself "salutatorian"
 1-6     requires not only intellect and aptitude, but four years of
 1-7     dedication to the highest academic standards; the salutatorian must
 1-8     display a firm understanding of the entire curriculum, from math
 1-9     and science to language arts to social studies, while demonstrating
1-10     an unwavering commitment to education; and
1-11           WHEREAS, The salutatorian serves as a role model and leads by
1-12     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, Mr. Martinez has earned the respect and admiration
1-18     of his friends and classmates at Progreso High School, and as he
1-19     embraces a future bright with promise, it is most fitting to pay
1-20     tribute to him for this outstanding accomplishment; now, therefore,
1-21     be it
1-22           RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 76th Texas
1-23     Legislature hereby congratulate Jose Martinez, Jr., on being named
1-24     the 1999 salutatorian at Progreso High School and wish him well in
 2-1     all his future endeavors; and, be it further
 2-2           RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
 2-3     prepared for Mr. Martinez as an expression of high regard by the
 2-4     Texas House of Representatives.