H.R. No. 221

R E S O L U T I O N

WHEREAS, Samantha Mikolajczyk graduated as valedictorian of the senior class of Poteet High School on May 31, 2013; and

WHEREAS, Earning the title of valedictorian requires not only intellect and aptitude, but also four years of dedication to the highest academic standards; to attain this coveted distinction, Ms. Mikolajczyk demonstrated a thorough understanding of a wide range of subjects, and the rewards of the countless hours she has devoted to her studies are myriad; and

WHEREAS, Active in her community, Ms. Mikolajczyk has generously volunteered her time to many worthwhile organizations and events, including the National Honor Society Blood Drive, and she has helped prepare care packages for soldiers; she plans to continue her education at Texas A&M University with the goal of becoming a civil engineer; and

WHEREAS, Samantha Mikolajczyk has earned the respect and admiration of her teachers and classmates at Poteet High, and her exceptional scholastic ability, hard work, and commitment to excellence have opened the way to limitless opportunities for this remarkable young Texan; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 83rd Texas Legislature, 1st Called Session, hereby congratulate Samantha Mikolajczyk, valedictorian of the Poteet High School Class of 2013, and extend to her sincere best wishes for continued success as she begins the next exciting chapter of her life; and, be it further

RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be prepared for Ms. Mikolajczyk as an expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives.

Guillen

______________________________ Speaker of the House

I certify that H.R. No. 221 was adopted by the House on June 25, 2013, by a non-record vote.

______________________________ Chief Clerk of the House