H.R. No. 2287
 
 
 
R E S O L U T I O N
 
         WHEREAS, Jessica Louise Gomez is graduating as the
  valedictorian of the senior class of Oglesby High School on May 30,
  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. Gomez 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; a member of the National Honor Society, she
  has taken honors English courses and has participated in the
  University Interscholastic League Ready Writing and Number Sense
  Contests; and
         WHEREAS, The daughter of proud parents Stephen and Kathy
  Gomez, Ms. Gomez has further distinguished herself through her many
  athletic endeavors, including cheerleading, basketball, track,
  cross-country, tennis, and golf; moreover, she has displayed
  notable leadership as a member of the student council, FFA, and
  Fellowship of Christian Athletes; this dynamic young woman has also
  volunteered her time with Adopt-a-Highway, the PAL program, Toys
  for Tots, and food drives, and she has taught Sunday school at The
  House That God Built Church and High Point Church; and
         WHEREAS, Throughout her academic career, Jessica Gomez has
  earned the respect and admiration of her teachers and classmates at
  Oglesby 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 hereby congratulate Jessica Louise Gomez on being named
  valedictorian of the Oglesby 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. Gomez as an expression of high regard by the Texas
  House of Representatives.
 
  Sheffield of Coryell
 
  ______________________________
  Speaker of the House     
 
         I certify that H.R. No. 2287 was adopted by the House on May
  22, 2013, by a non-record vote.
 
  ______________________________
  Chief Clerk of the House