H.R. No. 440

R E S O L U T I O N

WHEREAS, The Coppell Middle School North Cougar Band has been named the 2006-2007 Texas Music Educators Association (TMEA) State Honor Band; and

WHEREAS, In reaching this exciting milestone, which is the highest honor a band program can receive in Texas, the 64 members of the Coppell Middle School North Cougar Band claimed first place honors at district, regional, and area contests to advance to the state competition, where their performance outshone the 13 other state finalist bands; and

WHEREAS, Earning this prestigious distinction requires not only a commitment to excellence from the band and its directors, but also strong support from both the school and community; this talented group of musicians has been skillfully led to this noteworthy achievement by director Joey Ashbrook and assistant director Brandon Slovak, and they have been encouraged and motivated by several outstanding parents and volunteers; and

WHEREAS, Being named the 2006-2007 TMEA State Honor Band is truly an apt reflection of the hard work and perseverance of all the gifted members and dedicated directors of the Coppell Middle School North Cougar Band, and it is an accomplishment that truly merits special recognition; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 80th Texas Legislature hereby congratulate all associated with the Coppell Middle School North Cougar Band on earning the title of 2006-2007 Texas Music Educators Association State Honor Band and extend to them best wishes for the future; and, be it further

RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be prepared for the band as an expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives.

Jackson

______________________________ Speaker of the House

I certify that H.R. No. 440 was adopted by the House on February 15, 2007, by a non-record vote.

______________________________ Chief Clerk of the House