H.R. No. 239

R E S O L U T I O N

WHEREAS, Amanda Ramirez graduated as valedictorian of the 2013 senior class at Cotulla High School, and she truly merits special recognition for her impressive achievements; 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. Ramirez 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, Ms. Ramirez has shared her time and talents as a member of the National Honor Society and the student council, and she has participated in fund-raisers at her school and in her community; she plans to attend Texas A&M University--Kingsville and to study biomedical sciences; and

WHEREAS, Amanda Ramirez has earned the respect and admiration of her teachers and classmates at Cotulla 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 Amanda Ramirez, valedictorian of the Cotulla 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. Ramirez as an expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives.

Guillen

______________________________ Speaker of the House

I certify that H.R. No. 239 was adopted by the House on June 25, 2013, by a non-record vote.

______________________________ Chief Clerk of the House