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79R6540 BJM-D

By:  Hodge                                                        H.R. No. 503



R E S O L U T I O N
	WHEREAS, Bayles Elementary School in Dallas has worked 
hand-in-hand with the Claremont neighborhood and the Ferguson Road 
Initiative (FRI) toward fulfilling their shared goal of 
transforming the Ferguson Road corridor into a safe, beautiful, 
prosperous, and proud community; and
	WHEREAS, Under the able leadership of principal Maria F. 
Tafur and with the help of concerned faculty, staff, parents, and 
students, Bayles Elementary has played a significant role in the 
renovation of the Ferguson Road area;  and
	WHEREAS, In 1998, the school was highly instrumental in 
acquiring $3.7 million in bonds to improve Highland Road, which 
serves as a major thoroughfare for children on their way to and from 
school;  since 1999, the school's annual health and safety fair, 
Bayles Fest, has offered children and families invaluable services 
and education aimed at promoting healthy lifestyles free of drug 
and alcohol abuse; and
	WHEREAS, This designated FRI Safe Haven additionally offers 
an after-school program that has provided mentoring and tutoring 
opportunities for at-risk youth and has greatly contributed to 
improved academic performances; and
	WHEREAS, Demonstrating the power of collaboration between 
educational institutions and communities, Bayles Elementary not 
only serves as a source of tremendous pride for area residents but 
also as a fine example for schools across the Lone Star State; now, 
therefore, be it
	RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 79th Texas 
Legislature hereby commend all those associated with Bayles 
Elementary School for their outstanding work toward bettering their 
community and extend to them sincere best wishes for continued 
success; and, be it further
	RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be 
prepared for the school as an expression of high regard by the Texas 
House of Representatives.