SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 683

WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to recognize Harmony Science Academy of Grand Prairie for its commitment to excellence in education; and

WHEREAS, Founded in 2000, Harmony Science Academy of Grand Prairie is one of a number of partner schools that serve more than 16,000 students at 33 campuses throughout the Lone Star State; each institution is dedicated to helping young Texans achieve their full potential in all subjects, with special emphasis on mathematics, science, and computer technology; and

WHEREAS, Harmony Science Academy of Grand Prairie is rated Exemplary by the Texas Education Agency, and its students have excelled in a variety of academic competitions; they have displayed a wide range of talents and a dedication to learning and have earned top honors in the most challenging competitions in the state; and

WHEREAS, These distinguished students include Daye Castillo, who placed first in cell and molecular biology at the 2011 Dallas Regional Science Fair; Elizabeth Chaides, who won first place in the 2011 International Language Olympiad for her lovely singing voice; Aurelio Hernandez, who took first place honors at the 2010 HRL Robotics Competition and also earned honorable mention in chemistry at the 2011 Dallas Regional Science Fair; Gabriel Frugie, who in his first year at Harmony earned honorable mention in biochemistry at the 2011 Dallas Regional Science Fair; Ty Curry and Khalid Shqeir, who placed first at the 2010 Science Olympiad State Competition; and Alejandro Waumann, who earned honorable mention in microbiology and plant sciences at the 2011 Dallas Regional Science Fair, as well as first place in the 2011 Science Olympiad; and

WHEREAS, Committed to its innovative, high-quality system of education, Harmony Science Academy is building a solid foundation for the future achievement of many young Texans; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 82nd Legislature, hereby commend the students, teachers, administrators, and staff of Harmony Science Academy of Grand Prairie on their dedication and their many achievements; and, be it further

RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for them as an expression of regard from the Texas Senate. Harris

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President of the Senate

I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on March 31, 2011.

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Secretary of the Senate

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Member, Texas Senate