R E S O L U T I O N 1-1 WHEREAS, Elizabeth Diaz has earned the distinction of being 1-2 the salutatorian at La Villa High School, and for achieving this 1-3 auspicious honor, she 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, Ms. Diaz has earned the respect and admiration of 1-18 her friends and classmates at La Villa High School, and her example 1-19 will no doubt inspire her 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 Elizabeth Diaz on being named La 1-24 Villa High School's 1999 salutatorian and commend her dedication to 2-1 academic excellence; and, be it further 2-2 RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be 2-3 prepared for Ms. Diaz as an expression of high regard by the Texas 2-4 House of Representatives. Flores _______________________________ Speaker of the House I certify that H.R. No. 1332 was adopted by the House on May 31, 1999, by a non-record vote. _______________________________ Chief Clerk of the House