H.R. No. 207



R E S O L U T I O N
	WHEREAS, The Texas Children's Choir has been invited to 
Normandy to help commemorate the 60th anniversary of the D-Day 
invasion by performing selections from their repertoire of 
patriotic, classical, and sacred music; and
	WHEREAS, Under the direction of Dr. Thomas Hardaway, the 
Texas Children's Choir will perform for a global audience that 
includes heads of state from around the world; the group will also 
give a concert at Notre-Dame Cathedral and attend the official 
international ceremonies for the Allied Powers and the White House 
ceremonies at the American Cemetery; and
	WHEREAS, The Texas Children's Choir serves as a leadership 
development program for children, ages 8 to 14, from military and 
civilian families in the San Antonio area; in addition to 
developing strong leadership skills, the children experience the 
value of hard work and the rewards of serving others without the 
benefit of personal gain; and
	WHEREAS, Through their participation in civic and military 
events, choir members learn respect for their patriotic duty as 
Americans, and by working together with children from diverse 
backgrounds, these talented youngsters develop respect for the 
different beliefs and ideas of their peers, an essential element of 
American democracy; and
	WHEREAS, Members of the Texas Children's Choir include Andrea 
Block, Theresa DeLeon, Kieley Simonsen, Maggie Sorrell, Jeffrey 
Orgill, Emaleigh Hill, Tara Hunter, Carissa Thibodeaux, Robyn 
O'Bryant, Stephany Cavazos, Stephanie McLeod, Ciera Wilkerson, 
Kaitlin Adkison, Felisha Aubrey, Jake Krimbill, Ellen Rosenow, 
Karen Rosenow, Gabriela Moore, Megan Simon, Emma Brockhouse, Alyssa 
Ortiz, Angela Ludlow, CarLee Rodriguez, Jessie Saltzman, Skye 
Tabor, Kitty Bernal, Allyson Verdejo, Jenna Rockett, Kelly Orgill, 
Shawyntae Washington, Christina Davies, Mandy Aguilera, Jennifer 
Joor, Phoebe Torres, Ashley Hughes, Travis Hagen, Brett Borden, 
Trishana Thomas, Omeria Thomas, and Kenny Yasger; and
	WHEREAS, These young Texans have a rare opportunity to take 
part in what will surely be a memorable and inspirational event, and 
they will undoubtedly represent themselves and the State of Texas 
with the dignity, honor, and respect that this occasion deserves; 
now, therefore, be it
	RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 78th Texas 
Legislature, 4th Called Session, hereby congratulate Dr. Thomas 
Hardaway and the members of the Texas Children's Choir on their 
upcoming participation in the 60th anniversary commemoration of the 
D-Day invasion and extend best wishes to them for a successful and 
memorable performance; and, be it further
	RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be 
prepared for Dr. Hardaway and the members of the choir as an 
expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives.

                                                                       McClendon

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                                                       Speaker of the House     

	I certify that H.R. No. 207 was adopted by the House on May 
17, 2004, by a non-record vote.

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                                                     Chief Clerk of the House