81R30551 JKB-D By: Leibowitz H.R. No. 2047 R E S O L U T I O N WHEREAS, David Joseph Spellman has been named valedictorian of the Class of 2009 at William H. Taft High School in San Antonio, and for achieving this significant honor, he indeed merits special recognition; and WHEREAS, Earning the title of valedictorian requires not only intellect and aptitude, but four years of dedication to the highest academic standards; the student who garners this coveted distinction must demonstrate a thorough understanding of a wide range of subjects, from math and science to language arts and social studies, yet the rewards of the countless hours of study and preparation are myriad; and WHEREAS, In addition to the pride inherent in being recognized as the highest achieving student in his class, the valedictorian is frequently the recipient of scholarships and grants; he also gains the opportunity to address his fellow seniors at commencement and to reflect on their shared history as well as their hopes and ambitions for the future; and WHEREAS, Throughout his academic career, David Spellman has earned the respect and admiration of his teachers and classmates at Taft High School, and his exceptional scholastic ability, hard work, and commitment to excellence have surely opened the way to limitless opportunities for this remarkable young Texan; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 81st Texas Legislature hereby congratulate David Joseph Spellman on being named the 2009 valedictorian of William H. Taft High School and extend to him sincere best wishes for continued success in all his endeavors; and, be it further RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be prepared for Mr. Spellman as an expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives.