78S20340 MDM-D

By:  Wong                                                         H.R. No. 172



R E S O L U T I O N
	WHEREAS, On September 20, 2003, many proud graduates of John 
J. Pershing Middle School and their family and friends are 
gathering in Houston to celebrate the school's 75th anniversary, 
and this momentous occasion is truly deserving of special 
recognition; and
	WHEREAS, Serving the communities of West University Place, 
Bellaire, Southside Place, Braes Heights, and Southgate, Pershing 
Middle School also counts among its talented students those from  
throughout the Houston Independent School District (HISD) who 
audition for its highly regarded fine arts/performing arts and 
pre-AP/GT magnet programs; and
	WHEREAS, Among its many successful alumni are actors Jaclyn 
Smith and Dennis and Randy Quaid, HISD superintendent Kaye 
Stripling, and local television personality Marvin Zindler, who has 
been selected to serve as grand marshal of the parade kicking off 
the day's activities; additional events include fine arts and 
sports performances, class reunions, a student art sale, a silent 
auction, speeches, and a party for adult attendees; and
	WHEREAS, Throughout the years, the graduates of Pershing 
Middle School have distinguished themselves as outstanding 
citizens and valuable members of their communities; in returning to 
pay tribute to their alma mater on its 75th anniversary, they 
acknowledge its deep and abiding influence in shaping their lives, 
and it is indeed fitting to recognize their impressive 
accomplishments as well as their loyalty to their school; now, 
therefore, be it
	RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 78th Texas 
Legislature, 2nd Called Session, hereby commemorate the 75th 
anniversary of Pershing Middle School and extend to all 
participants best wishes for an enjoyable event; and, be it further
	RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be 
prepared for the school as an expression of high regard by the Texas 
House of Representatives.