H.R. No. 1232

R E S O L U T I O N

WHEREAS, The National Christian Forensics and Communications Association gives homeschooled high school students an opportunity to participate in speech and debate competitions while learning to communicate more effectively; and

WHEREAS, Founded in 2001, the NCFCA is the oldest and most established homeschool forensics league in the country; the organization is dedicated to the belief that formal speech and debate can provide a means for students to exercise analytical and oratorical skills, which will serve them well in addressing life issues from a biblical worldview; and

WHEREAS, The NCFCA organizes qualifying tournaments throughout the United States, culminating in an annual national championship; the Region IV Speech and Debate tournament took place in Texas House of Representatives District 102 from February 28 through March 2, 2013; and

WHEREAS, By encouraging young people to develop their powers of persuasion and deepen their appreciation for logic and rhetoric, the National Christian Forensics and Communications Association is helping to bring about a brighter future for many young Texans; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 83rd Texas Legislature hereby honor the National Christian Forensics and Communications Association for working to promote academic excellence and extend to all those involved with NCFCA sincere best wishes for continued success; and, be it further

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

Carter

______________________________ Speaker of the House

I certify that H.R. No. 1232 was adopted by the House on April 17, 2013, by a non-record vote.

______________________________ Chief Clerk of the House