SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 1141

WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas takes pleasure in recognizing the class of 1961 of Edgewood High School of San Antonio, Texas; and

WHEREAS, The members of the class of 1961 are celebrating the 50th anniversary of their graduation with a reunion on June 19, 2011; although the high school closed in 1996, it continues to serve the Edgewood community as the Academy of Fine Arts; and

WHEREAS, This reunion is an opportunity for the class members to reminisce about the many high school adventures they shared and the reunion activities of years past; and

WHEREAS, In gathering together to celebrate their 50th reunion, the members of the class of 1961 are expressing their longtime commitment to tradition, unity, and loyal friendship; and

WHEREAS, The students of the class of 1961 became leaders and productive members of their communities, and they deserve to be proud of their many successful endeavors; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 82nd Legislature, hereby commend the members of the class of 1961 for their innumerable accomplishments and extend best wishes to all for a joyful and rewarding 50th reunion; and, be it further

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

Van de Putte

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President of the Senate

I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on May 23, 2011.

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Secretary of the Senate

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Member, Texas Senate