H.R. No. 1845

R E S O L U T I O N

WHEREAS, Central High School in Galveston is commemorating the 132nd anniversary of its founding with a three-day celebration on June 18-20, 2017; and

WHEREAS, The first African American high school in Texas, Central High School was organized in 1885 and operated in its earliest years first in rented quarters on 16th Street and then at a location on 15th Street; in 1893, a dedicated six-classroom facility designed by famed architect Nicholas Clayton was constructed on Avenue M, and a new wing was later added to accommodate the growing student population; this space housed the school until it transitioned in 1954 to its final location between 31st and 33rd Streets; and

WHEREAS, Following the integration of Galveston public schools, Central High was closed in 1968; the Old Central Cultural Center was established in 1974 in the former school building on Avenue M, and it continues to serve as a landmark to preserve the legacy of this historic institution, which provided vital educational opportunities to more than 40,000 young men and women during its 83 years of operation; and

WHEREAS, Central High School remains an important part of the rich heritage of the city of Galveston, and the anniversary of its establishment offers a welcome occasion to recognize its many significant contributions to the Lone Star State; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 85th Texas Legislature hereby commemorate the 132nd anniversary of the founding of Central High School in Galveston and extend to all those associated with the institution sincere best wishes for a memorable event.

Faircloth

______________________________ Speaker of the House

I certify that H.R. No. 1845 was adopted by the House on May 12, 2017, by a non-record vote.

______________________________ Chief Clerk of the House