H.R. No. 1354
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, The Woodlands High School won the 2007-2008
University Interscholastic League 5A Lone Star Cup, which goes to
the Texas school that has the most overall success in UIL athletic,
academic, marching band, and one-act-play competitions; and
WHEREAS, The Highlanders captured the cup by compiling 84
points, edging out their closest competitor, Southlake Carroll High
School, by four points; moreover, this was the second time in three
years that the school was awarded the trophy in the 5A
classification; and
WHEREAS, Contenders for the Lone Star Cup must demonstrate
superiority in a broad range of endeavors, and the student
competitors from The Woodlands delivered exceptional performances
throughout the school year; and
WHEREAS, Sponsored by the Texas Dodge Dealers, the Lone Star
Cup has become a much-sought-after prize by high schools throughout
Texas, with the winning schools receiving a $1,000 scholarship in
addition to the coveted trophy; and
WHEREAS, By claiming the 5A cup, The Woodlands High School
has distinguished itself as one of the top institutions in the
state, and this achievement has furthered the school's considerable
reputation for athletic and academic excellence; now, therefore, be
it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 81st Texas
Legislature hereby congratulate The Woodlands High School on
winning the 2007-2008 5A Lone Star Cup and extend to the school's
students, coaches, educators, and staff best wishes for continued
success; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
prepared for the school as an expression of high regard by the Texas
House of Representatives.
Eissler
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Speaker of the House
I certify that H.R. No. 1354 was adopted by the House on April
27, 2009, by a non-record vote.
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Chief Clerk of the House