SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 846

WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to recognize Akila Haley-Pinder, of Houston, on the occasion of her graduation from the Texas School for the Deaf; and

WHEREAS, Akila's graduation is the culmination of diligent study in a curriculum designed to challenge her and broaden her knowledge; she will celebrate this important milestone at commencement exercises on June 4, 2009, in the R. L. Davis Auditorium in Austin; and

WHEREAS, During her years at the Texas School for the Deaf, Akila has proven herself an outgoing and successful student, and she has participated in a wide array of sports, including basketball, tennis, and track; and

WHEREAS, This bright and ambitious student plans to continue her education in the 18+ Program at the Texas School for the Deaf, and she hopes to pursue a career in the retail field; and

WHEREAS, Akila's time at the Texas School for the Deaf was filled with memorable experiences, and she faces the future with full confidence in her accomplishments, her skills, and her preparation for life; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 81st Legislature, hereby commend Akila Haley-Pinder on her graduation from the Texas School for the Deaf and extend to her best wishes for success in all her future endeavors; and, be it further

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

Ellis

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President of the Senate

I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on May 5, 2009.

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Secretary of the Senate

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Member, Texas Senate