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By: Pena H.R. No. 2089

R E S O L U T I O N

WHEREAS, Francisco Ivan Garcia has earned the distinction of being valedictorian at La Joya High School, and for achieving this significant honor, he indeed merits special recognition; and

WHEREAS, Earning the title of valedictorian requires not only intellect and aptitude, but four years of dedication to the highest academic standards; the student who garners this coveted distinction must demonstrate a thorough understanding of a wide range of subjects, from math and science to language arts to social studies, yet the rewards of the countless hours of study and preparation are myriad; and

WHEREAS, In addition to the pride inherent in being recognized as the highest achieving student in his class, the valedictorian is frequently the recipient of scholarships and grants; he also gains the opportunity to address his fellow seniors at commencement and to reflect on their shared history as well as their hopes and ambitions for the future; and

WHEREAS, The son of proud parents Patrio and Maria L. Garcia, Francisco Garcia plans to attend Michigan State University to study biology and economics, and he hopes to one day become a radiologist; and

WHEREAS, Mr. Garcia has earned the respect and admiration of his teachers and classmates at La Joya High School, and his exceptional scholastic ability, hard work, and commitment to excellence have surely opened the way to limitless opportunities for this remarkable young Texan; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 80th Texas Legislature hereby congratulate Francisco Ivan Garcia on being named the 2007 valedictorian at La Joya High School 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. Garcia as an expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives.