78R18112 MDM-D By: Wong H.R. No. 1708R E S O L U T I O N WHEREAS, The Texas House of Representatives is pleased to congratulate Thomas Edward O'Rourke, Jr., of Houston on his high school graduation; and WHEREAS, Homeschooled for 13 years, Mr. O'Rourke participated in the Houston Area Home School Graduation Program on May 17, 2003; the event is held under the auspices of the Homeschool Christian Youth Association, which promotes home education and the development of Christian-based leadership and character through opportunities for family involvement in academic endeavors, recreational and competitive sports, and social activities; and WHEREAS, Over the course of his high school career, Mr. O'Rourke has shown initiative, leadership, and a determination to succeed; he is focused on establishing a career in the golfing industry and currently trains with a nationally recognized golf coach and is employed at Kingwood Country Club; moreover, he is a member of the Houston Golf Association, Texas Junior Golf, and Houston's First Baptist Golf Club; and WHEREAS, Thomas Edward O'Rourke is an impressive young man who has demonstrated exemplary commitment in attaining his high school diploma; his energy, enthusiasm, and perseverance typify the finest qualities of young Texans, and he is most deserving of commendation for his achievement of this significant accomplishment; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 78th Texas Legislature hereby congratulate Thomas Edward O'Rourke, Jr., on his high school graduation and extend to him sincere best wishes for success and fulfillment in the years to come; and, be it further RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be prepared for Mr. O'Rourke as an expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives.