H.R. No. 1866

R E S O L U T I O N

WHEREAS, The members of the Tuloso-Midway High School journalism team distinguished themselves with their performances at the University Interscholastic League Region 4-5A Academics Spring Meet, held on April 8, 2017; and

WHEREAS, Skillfully coached by English teacher Belinda Covarrubuiz and journalism teacher Matt Meintheit, the team had previously earned second place in the district competition; during that meet, senior Rianna Turner placed first in editorial writing, second in feature writing, and third in ready writing, while senior Tyler Hotz won first place in headline writing and third place in feature writing; also making invaluable contributions to the squad was Sarah Landry, a freshman at Tuloso-Midway; and

WHEREAS, On the basis of its superior performance at the district meet, the team advanced to the regional competition, where it continued to excel, securing first place with a total of 10 points; in addition, Ms. Hotz placed first in feature and news writing and second in headline writing at the regional level; and

WHEREAS, With their efforts in these UIL competitions, these bright young Texans have proudly represented Tuloso-Midway High School, and the dedication they have demonstrated is sure to serve them well in the years ahead; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 85th Texas Legislature hereby congratulate the members of the Tuloso-Midway High School journalism team on their participation in the 2017 UIL Region 4-5A Academics Spring Meet and extend to them sincere best wishes for continued success; and, be it further

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

Herrero

______________________________ Speaker of the House

I certify that H.R. No. 1866 was adopted by the House on May 12, 2017, by a non-record vote.

______________________________ Chief Clerk of the House