78R19619 JH-D

By:  Pena                                                         H.R. No. 1970



R E S O L U T I O N
	WHEREAS, Maria Esther Rodriguez has earned the distinction of 
being valedictorian at Edcouch-Elsa High School, and for achieving 
this auspicious honor she is truly deserving of special legislative 
recognition; and
	WHEREAS, Earning the right to call oneself "valedictorian" 
requires not only intellect and aptitude, but four years of 
dedication to the highest academic standards; the valedictorian 
must display a firm understanding of the entire curriculum, from 
math and science to language arts to social studies, while 
demonstrating an unwavering commitment to education; and
	WHEREAS, The valedictorian serves as a role model and leads 
by example, combining a steadfast vision of excellence with a 
tenacious enthusiasm; the competition for this coveted honor is 
often fierce, although the spirit of the rivalry remains rooted in a 
tradition of goodwill and the rewards of the countless hours of 
study and preparation are myriad; and
	WHEREAS, During her tenure in high school, Ms. Rodriguez has 
distinguished herself as president of the National Honor Society 
and as an Outstanding Student of America; listed in Who's Who Among 
American High School Students, she has shared her leadership as a 
member of numerous student organizations and been honored with the 
Texas State Board of Education Celebration of Excellence Award; and
	WHEREAS, The daughter of Juan and Maria Rodriguez, Ms. 
Rodriguez has earned the respect and admiration of her friends and 
classmates at Edcouch-Elsa High School, and as she embraces a 
future bright with promise it is most fitting to pay tribute to her 
for this outstanding accomplishment; now, therefore, be it
	RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 78th Texas 
Legislature hereby congratulate Maria Esther Rodriguez on being 
named the 2003 valedictorian at Edcouch-Elsa High School and wish 
her well in all her future endeavors; and, be it further
	RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be 
prepared for Ms. Rodriguez as an expression of high regard by the 
Texas House of Representatives.