SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 440

WHEREAS, A strong work ethic and a commitment to academic excellence have earned Jose Chavez of Fort Worth a coveted place in the NASA High School Aerospace Scholars (HAS) program for 2008 and 2009; and

WHEREAS, Sponsored by NASA and funded by the State of Texas, the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo, and Rotary NASA, the HAS program fosters interest in science, technology, engineering, and math careers among high school students; and

WHEREAS, Participants are mentored online by NASA personnel as they take part in web-based lessons covering the space shuttle, the International Space Station, and the exploration of the moon and Mars; students who complete the lessons participate in a six-day workshop at the Johnson Space Center in Houston; and

WHEREAS, A junior at Southwest High School, Jose Chavez promises to join the front ranks of the next generation of scientists and engineers through his participation in this prestigious program, and he is a source of great pride to his family and his school; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 81st Legislature, hereby congratulate Jose Chavez on his participation in the NASA High School Aerospace Scholars program and extend to him sincere best wishes for continued success and a bright future; and, be it further

RESOLVED, That an official copy of this Resolution be prepared for Mr. Chavez as an expression of high regard from the Texas Senate.

Davis

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President of the Senate

I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on March 16, 2009.

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Secretary of the Senate

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Member, Texas Senate