H.C.R. No. 109
HOUSE CONCURRENT RESOLUTION
WHEREAS, Since its founding, the Bedichek Junior Marine Corps
has proven to be a positive force in helping students at Bedichek
Middle School in Austin prepare for the future; and
WHEREAS, Now in its fifth year, the program serves 167
participants, nearly quadrupling in size since its first class of
44 students in 2006; the BJMC is designed to instill the values of
citizenship, service, and personal responsibility in its cadets as
well as provide them with a sense of accomplishment; the program is
open to Bedichek students in the sixth through eighth grades and
helps participants develop leadership skills, build character, and
learn effective self-discipline; the cadets are guided by Staff
Sergeant Darrick Norton, a former marine and a member of the
school's faculty; and
WHEREAS, This innovative program requires its cadets to pass
all their courses, demonstrate high moral standards, and adhere to
a strict code of conduct; no commitment to future military service
is required of BJMC cadets, and the lessons taught by the program
are intended to benefit them in all walks of life; and
WHEREAS, The Bedichek Junior Marine Corps program helps young
people develop a wide range of important skills and values, and it
is a pleasure to recognize its contributions; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the 82nd Legislature of the State of Texas
hereby honor the Bedichek Junior Marine Corps for its role in
developing informed, responsible citizens and extend to all those
involved with the program sincere best wishes for continued
success; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
prepared for the BJMC as an expression of high regard by the Texas
House of Representatives and Senate.
Workman
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President of the Senate Speaker of the House
I certify that H.C.R. No. 109 was adopted by the House on
April 21, 2011, by a non-record vote.
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Chief Clerk of the House
I certify that H.C.R. No. 109 was adopted by the Senate on
April 26, 2011, by a viva-voce vote.
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Secretary of the Senate
APPROVED: __________________
Date
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Governor