By Flores H.R. No. 1331 76R17565(13) JBR-D R E S O L U T I O N 1-1 WHEREAS, Roel Flores has earned the distinction of being the 1-2 salutatorian at Harlingen High School, and for achieving this 1-3 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. Flores has earned the respect and admiration of 1-18 his friends and classmates at Harlingen High School, and his 1-19 example will no doubt inspire his fellow graduates to recognize and 1-20 appreciate the many possibilities available to them as they begin 1-21 this exciting new chapter in their lives; now, therefore, be it 1-22 RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 76th Texas 1-23 Legislature hereby congratulate Roel Flores on being named 1-24 Harlingen High School's 1999 salutatorian and commend his 2-1 dedication to academic excellence; and, be it further 2-2 RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be 2-3 prepared for Mr. Flores as an expression of high regard by the 2-4 Texas House of Representatives.