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By:  Haggerty                                                     H.R. No. 776



R E S O L U T I O N
	WHEREAS, Julio Devora of El Paso has been named the  
salutatorian of the 2006 graduating class at Cathedral High School; 
and
	WHEREAS, Earning the right to call oneself salutatorian 
requires not only intellect and aptitude, but also four years of 
dedication to the highest academic standards; he must display a 
firm understanding of the entire curriculum, from math and science 
to language arts and social studies, while demonstrating an 
unwavering commitment to educational excellence; and
	WHEREAS, Such an exemplary young person serves as a role 
model and leads by example; 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, Mr. Devora was a four-year football player, earning 
the most valuable player accolade in his junior year, as well as a 
four-year member of the track team; he belonged to the National 
Honor Society and was a Lasallian Youth community service member; 
Mr. Devora will attend the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, 
where he will undoubtedly continue on his path to a rewarding 
future; and
	WHEREAS, Mr. Devora has earned the respect and admiration of 
his friends and classmates at Cathedral High School, and as he 
embraces a future bright with promise, it is most fitting that he be 
commended for his exceptional achievements; now, therefore, be it
	RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 79th Texas 
Legislature, 3rd Called Session, hereby congratulate Julio Devora 
on being named the 2006 salutatorian at Cathedral High School in 
El Paso and extend to him sincere best wishes for continued success 
in all his endeavors; and, be it further
	RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be 
prepared for Mr. Devora as an expression of high regard by the Texas 
House of Representatives.