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H.R. No. 86
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, Roderick Kennedy of Houston has been chosen to
receive an Outstanding Texan award by the Texas Legislative Black
Caucus in recognition of his many notable contributions in the area
of entertainment; and
WHEREAS, The Outstanding Texan award was created to honor
individuals who have demonstrated an unwavering commitment to
improving, developing, and enriching the lives of others; and
WHEREAS, As the band instructor at Ralph E. Kirby Middle
School, Mr. Kennedy introduces students to the joys of music,
inspiring countless youths with his invigorating teaching style;
and
WHEREAS, Mr. Kennedy realized at a young age that music was in
his blood, and he was determined to find a profession that enabled
him to share this passion with others; he received a bachelor's
degree in music education from Prairie View A&M University and
later returned to earn a master's degree in music performance; and
WHEREAS, Since Mr. Kennedy began his tenure at Kirby Middle
School, his pupils have been invited to play at the Liberty Bowl in
Memphis and the Gator Bowl in Florida, a great honor for the
students and for their teacher; and
WHEREAS, This dedicated gentleman has worked hard to make his
dreams a reality, and through his successes, the lives of Kirby
Middle School children are forever enriched; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 78th Texas
Legislature hereby congratulate Roderick Kennedy on being named an
Outstanding Texan by the Texas Legislative Black Caucus and extend
to him sincere best wishes for success and happiness in his future
endeavors; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
prepared for Mr. Kennedy as an expression of high regard by the
Texas House of Representatives.
Dutton
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Speaker of the House
I certify that H.R. No. 86 was adopted by the House on
February 10, 2003, by a non-record vote.
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Chief Clerk of the House