SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 197

	WHEREAS, The Canton High School Band has distinguished 
itself in two major competitions, and these outstanding 
performances have brought acclaim to the school and its 
community; and

	WHEREAS, Winners of the 2002-2003 University 
Interscholastic League State Marching Championship in the 3A 
division and named 2002-2003 State Honor Band by the Texas Music 
Educators Association, the Canton High School Band is the first 
ensemble in the state to win both competitions in one year; and

	WHEREAS, The talented members of the Canton High School 
Band have been ably guided in their efforts by the leadership of 
director Rob Toups, and their commitment to excellence is a 
source of inspiration to the student body and faculty of the 
school as well as to the community; now, therefore, be it

	RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas,
78th Legislature, hereby commend the members of the Canton High 
School Band and director Rob Toups for their outstanding success 
and wish them continued good fortune in all future endeavors; 
and, be it further

	RESOLVED, That an official copy of this Resolution be 
prepared for Mr. Toups and the Canton High School Band as an 
expression of high regard by the Texas Senate.
                                                                          Deuell




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    President of the Senate
 
    I hereby certify that the 
above Resolution was adopted by 
the Senate on February 18, 2003.



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    Secretary of the Senate



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     Member, Texas Senate