R E S O L U T I O N
 1-1           WHEREAS, Megan Lee Gonzalez has earned the distinction of
 1-2     being the valedictorian at Harlingen South High School, and for
 1-3     achieving this auspicious honor, she is truly deserving of special
 1-4     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. Gonzalez has earned the respect and admiration
1-18     of her friends and classmates at Harlingen South High School, and
1-19     her example will no doubt inspire her fellow graduates to recognize
1-20     and appreciate the many possibilities available to them as they
1-21     begin this exciting new chapter in their lives; now, therefore, be
1-22     it
1-23           RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 76th Texas
1-24     Legislature hereby congratulate Megan Lee Gonzalez on being named
 2-1     Harlingen South High School's 1999 valedictorian and commend her
 2-2     dedication to academic excellence; and, be it further
 2-3           RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
 2-4     prepared for Ms. Gonzalez as an expression of high regard by the
 2-5     Texas House of Representatives.
                                                                      Flores
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                                                   Speaker of the House
               I certify that H.R. No. 1337 was adopted by the House on May
         31, 1999, by a non-record vote.
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                                                 Chief Clerk of the House