SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 362

WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to recognize Brittny Cantero of Wharton, 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, Brittny is a senior at Wharton High School; she is president of the Spanish Club and is active with Family, Career and Community Leaders of America, the Student Council, and the tutoring program PALS; as a member of the Anchor Club, she is involved with such community events as the Relay-for-Life Walkathon and Special Olympics; and

WHEREAS, She has been a member of the Boys and Girls Club of Wharton for five years; she teaches arts and crafts and is a POWER Hour tutor; she plans to enroll in The University of Texas at Austin to study to become a pediatrician; and

WHEREAS, Brittny'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 Brittny Cantero 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. Hegar

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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