ENROLLED Page 1 of 2 Regular Session, 2012 HOUSE CONCURRENT RESOLUTI ON NO. 73 BY REPRESENTATIVE SEABAUGH AND SENATOR PEACOCK A CONCURRENT RESOLUTI ON To commend Samantha Hilburn upon being named the Caddo Public Schools 2012 Middle School Student of the Year and to recognize her extraordinary accomplishments. WHEREAS, it is with great pride that the Legislature of Louisiana recognizes the energy, intelligence, and self-motivation of Samantha Hilburn, a true leader and role model among her peers; and WHEREAS, Ms. Hilburn's dedication to academic achievement and drive to do her best at all times are evident in her unblemished academic record; she is a straight-A student; and WHEREAS, in addition to her academic success, Ms. Hilburn is also deeply committed to numerous activities and organizations designed to further the institutional success of her school and community, including Student Council, National Junior Honor Society, and her school's Builder's Club, of which she serves as president; and WHEREAS, Ms. Hilburn is distinguished by more than just her studies and service; she runs cross-country for Caddo Middle Magnet School and is the current IronFish Kids Triathlon champion for her age division; and WHEREAS, Ms. Hilburn has also found time to become an accomplished pianist and has been invited to perform at numerous events; and WHEREAS, Samantha Hilburn, the daughter of Jennifer and Cary Hilburn and sister of fellow academic standouts, Olivia and Georgia Hilburn, is a talented Louisiana student who demonstrates impeccable leadership and a commitment to excellence that is truly commendable, without a doubt meriting receipt of the Caddo Public Schools 2012 Middle School Student of the Year award. THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Legislature of Louisiana does hereby commend Samantha Hilburn upon being named the Caddo Public Schools 2012 Middle ENROLLEDHCR NO. 73 Page 2 of 2 School Student of the Year, does hereby wish Ms. Hilburn full measures of success and happiness in the years to come, and does hereby hope that she continues upon her current trajectory so that a future resolution may be written to commend her for the honor that she will undoubtedly continue to bestow upon the state of Louisiana. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that a suitable copy of this Resolution be transmitted to Samantha Hilburn of Caddo Parish. SPEAKER OF THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATI VES PRESIDENT OF THE SENATE