H.R. No. 196



R E S O L U T I O N
	WHEREAS, Kathleen Curp, a teacher at Anderson High School in 
Austin, has devised a visionary way to involve students in the 
political process; and
	WHEREAS, This dedicated educator assigned the students in her 
government classes to volunteer eight hours of service to the 
political campaign of their choice during the 2002 election season 
and report back on their experiences; and
	WHEREAS, This assignment not only taught these young Texans 
valuable lessons in the workings of the democratic process, but 
also encouraged them to take an active role in the future of their 
community; the lessons they learned from this project will have 
continuing benefits for them throughout their lives; and
	WHEREAS, It is essential that our children develop a strong 
understanding of the political environment, and it is most 
appropriate that we pay tribute to Ms. Curp, who is working to 
instill this valuable knowledge in our next generation of leaders; 
now, therefore, be it
	RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 78th Texas 
Legislature hereby commend Kathleen Curp for her innovative 
approach to teaching and exemplary civic consciousness and extend 
to her sincere best wishes for success in all her future endeavors; 
and, be it further
	RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be 
prepared for Ms. Curp as an expression of high regard by the Texas 
House of Representatives.

                                                                          Baxter

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                                                       Speaker of the House     

	I certify that H.R. No. 196 was adopted by the House on March 
3, 2003, by a non-record vote.

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                                                     Chief Clerk of the House