SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 87

WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to recognize the award-winning Sunset Elementary School in Dumas on receiving the 2023 National Blue Ribbon Award; and

WHEREAS, Sanctioned by the National Blue Ribbon Schools Program sponsored by the United States Department of Education, the award recognizes high-achieving schools and schools that bridge the achievement gap; the students and educators of Sunset Elementary School were recognized for their exemplary performance, and their families and community members were credited with nurturing a culture of achievement that creates opportunities for the future; and

WHEREAS, Through their hard work and determination, the students and faculty of Sunset Elementary School have reached the pinnacle of academic excellence, and their outstanding accomplishment of being named a National Blue Ribbon School is a shining example to other schools and districts across the Lone Star State; and

WHEREAS, It is truly fitting that this exceptional school receive special recognition for attaining a level of academic excellence that will be a source of inspiration to the members of the Dumas community and to the Dumas Independent School District for years to come; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 88th Legislature, 3rd Called Session, hereby commend the students, educators, and faculty members of Sunset Elementary School on earning a National Blue Ribbon School Award for 2023; and, be it further

RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for the school as an expression of esteem from the Texas Senate.

Sparks

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President of the Senate

I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on November 7, 2023.

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Secretary of the Senate

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Member, Texas Senate