Tennessee 2023-2024 Regular Session

Tennessee House Bill HJR1314

Introduced
4/3/24  
Engrossed
4/9/24  
Enrolled
4/16/24  

Caption

A RESOLUTION to honor and recognize Leslie Frias Cruz, 2024 Valedictorian of Central High School.

Impact

As a resolution, HJR1314 serves to celebrate academic accomplishments and could positively influence the way educational achievements are recognized by the state legislature. Recognizing valedictorians at the state level highlights the importance of high academic performance and could encourage similar acknowledgments for future students. This resolution demonstrates a commitment to educational excellence and the success of young leaders in the community.

Summary

HJR1314 is a resolution aimed at honoring and recognizing Leslie Frias Cruz, who has been named the valedictorian of Central High School's 2024 graduating class. The resolution acknowledges the hard work, academic excellence, and extracurricular contributions of Cruz during her high school career. It emphasizes her impressive achievements, which include maintaining an exemplary grade point average and demonstrating dedication to her studies and school activities.

Contention

Although proposed resolutions like HJR1314 are generally non-controversial, one might consider that they focus attention on individual students rather than systemic educational issues. While supporters view the recognition of such achievements as vital to motivating student success, there may be discussions regarding the equitable recognition of all students' achievements—not just those at the top of their class. Nonetheless, the passage of this resolution was unanimous, indicating broad support for celebrating students' academic success.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

TN HJR1313

A RESOLUTION to honor and recognize Ashley Frias Cruz, 2024 Valedictorian of Central High School.

TN HJR0073

A RESOLUTION to honor and recognize Ella Blair, 2022 Valedictorian of Central High School.

TN SJR1479

A RESOLUTION to honor and recognize Catie Padilla, 2024 Valedictorian of Central High School.

TN HJR1421

A RESOLUTION to honor and recognize Catie Padilla, 2024 Valedictorian of Knox Central High School.

TN HJR0600

A RESOLUTION to honor and recognize Anna Askins, 2025 Valedictorian of Central High School.

TN SJR1428

A RESOLUTION to honor and recognize Sarah Turpen, 2024 Valedictorian of Montgomery Central High School.

TN SJR0244

A RESOLUTION to honor and recognize Addie Tull, 2025 Valedictorian of McNairy Central High School.

TN SJR1154

A RESOLUTION to honor and recognize Destiny Marie Browning, 2024 Valedictorian of Waverly Central High School.

TN SJR1155

A RESOLUTION to honor and recognize Kinsley Faye Cotham, 2024 Valedictorian of Waverly Central High School.

TN SJR1156

A RESOLUTION to honor and recognize Isabella Rose Hallstead, 2024 Valedictorian of Waverly Central High School.

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.