H.R. No. 754
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, Since its establishment in November 2008, the
Mother/Daughter Program at Gus Garcia Middle School in Austin has
helped to make a positive difference in the lives of its
participants; and
WHEREAS, Directed by sixth grade counselor Faye
Thomas-Terrell, the Mother/Daughter Program aims to increase the
graduation rate among the underserved female population, emphasize
higher education, and increase parental involvement; and
WHEREAS, Students are recommended by faculty and staff who
see in them a desire to be academically successful and the potential
to benefit from the extra support of a mentor, increased
self-esteem, more one-on-one time with their mothers, career
counseling, and support in a small group setting; and
WHEREAS, A meeting is held each month for the student
participants and their mothers, who learn how to motivate and
encourage their daughters to pursue their goals; and
WHEREAS, Supported by principal Dr. Helen Johnson, this
worthwhile initiative is helping to build vital relationships while
assisting young Texans on their journey toward success; now,
therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 81st Texas
Legislature hereby honor the Mother/Daughter Program at Gus Garcia
Middle School and extend to all those involved with the group
sincere best wishes for the future.
Dukes
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Speaker of the House
I certify that H.R. No. 754 was adopted by the House on March
11, 2009, by a non-record vote.
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Chief Clerk of the House