SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 361

WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to recognize Jacinta R. Alvarez of Lubbock, who was recently named a 2007 Texas Youth of the Year finalist by the Boys and Girls Clubs of America; and

WHEREAS, Boys and Girls Clubs are neighborhood-based programs that address today's most pressing issues for young people; the clubs promote improved self-image for members and encourage community involvement, strong moral values, and improved life management skills; and

WHEREAS, Jacinta has been a member of the Lubbock Boys and Girls Club for 12 years; a senior at Estacado High School, she is head cheerleader, president of the Spanish Club, and a member of the Matador Ambassadors Club; she is in the Engineering Magnet Program; she is involved in robotics, and she leads an alcohol and drug awareness program; and

WHEREAS, At the Boys and Girls Club, she serves as a junior staff member and helper with POWER Hour, SMART Moves, and talent shows; she plans to study mechanical engineering at Texas Tech University; and

WHEREAS, Jacinta's selection as a Texas Youth of the Year finalist is a tribute to her exceptional talents and her enthusiasm for service; she is an exemplary young woman, and she demonstrates the fine spirit shown by the many young people in the State of Texas who volunteer to improve their communities; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 80th Legislature, hereby commend Jacinta R. Alvarez for being a 2007 Texas Youth of the Year finalist and extend to her best wishes for success in the future; and, be it further

RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for her as an expression of esteem from the Texas Senate. Duncan

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President of the Senate

I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on February 27, 2007.

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Secretary of the Senate

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Member, Texas Senate