Texas 2009 - 81st Regular

Texas House Bill HR1769

Introduced
5/4/09  
Refer
5/5/09  
Enrolled
5/19/09  

Caption

Congratulating Deyanira Castillo on being named a 2009 Student of the Year by the Migrant Student Graduation Enhancement Program of The University of Texas at Austin.

Impact

The resolution serves not only to recognize Castillo's individual accomplishments but also to draw attention to the broader issues faced by students from migrant backgrounds. It emphasizes the importance of education as a priority within her family and highlights her perseverance in balancing work and studies. The recognition acts as encouragement for other students who might face similar struggles, promoting a message that hard work and determination can lead to success.

Summary

HR1769 is a resolution that congratulates Deyanira Castillo, a dedicated high school student from Weslaco, for being named Student of the Year by the Migrant Student Graduation Enhancement Program of The University of Texas at Austin in 2009. The resolution highlights Castillo's impressive academic achievements, including a grade point average of 102.3, placing her in the top five of her class. Despite the challenges she faces as a migrant worker, often starting school late each year, Castillo has excelled academically and participated in various extracurricular activities, including student council, math teams, and drama club.

Contention

While the resolution is largely celebratory in nature, it also brings to light the challenges of local families who engage in agricultural work. The ability for students like Castillo to succeed academically while commuting between schools and work certainly presents a unique set of difficulties. This may prompt discussions about policies that could further support migrant students in their educational journeys, such as providing resources to help them catch up with missed schoolwork or to support their transition between seasonal employment and academics.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

TX HR1772

Congratulating Tina Ly of Anahuac High School on her selection for the STEM Enhancement in Earth Science Summer High School Intern Program at The University of Texas at Austin Center for Space Research.

TX HR140

Congratulating Alejandra Llanos of McAllen on being named the 2023 National Youth of the Year by Boys & Girls Clubs of America.

TX HR1221

Congratulating Kora Shores on being named the Communities In Schools of North Texas 2023 Secondary Student of the Year.

TX HR1257

Congratulating Kora Shores on being named the Communities In Schools of North Texas 2023 Secondary Student of the Year.

TX SR72

Congratulating Sarah Wilfley on being named to the president's list at the University of North Texas.

TX HR2223

Congratulating Karen Lermon of White Deer High School on being named the 2023 High School Advisor of the Year by District 1 of the Texas Association of Student Councils.

TX HR2508

Congratulating Malavika Subramaniam on graduating as a member of the Class of 2023 at Vandegrift High School in Austin.

TX HR1218

Congratulating Elijah Scheideman on being named the Communities In Schools of North Texas 2023 Elementary Student of the Year.

TX HR2359

Congratulating Roosevelt Weeks of the Austin Public Library on being named the 2023 Librarian of the Year by the Texas Library Association.

TX HR70

Congratulating Karla Garcia on being named the 2023 Ambassador of the Year by the Edinburg Chamber of Commerce.

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