82R23952 JH-D
By: Gooden H.R. No. 1616
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, Terrell High School senior Chase Beavers has
distinguished himself in his work as the 2010-2011 governor of the
Texas-Oklahoma District of Key Club International, and his
accomplishments are indeed deserving of recognition; and
WHEREAS, Key Club is a high school organization sponsored by
Kiwanis International that includes more than 240,000 members in 30
nations; in addition to furthering the Kiwanis mission of assisting
children all around the world, members of the Key Club undertake a
variety of community service projects that allow them to develop
leadership skills while giving back to their fellow citizens; and
WHEREAS, In his role as governor, Mr. Beavers helps organize
the efforts of the 16,500 young people that make up the
Texas-Oklahoma District; as part of his work, he has helped expand
the organization, starting 16 new local clubs that include 700
members; and
WHEREAS, For his district project, Mr. Beavers organized a
fund-raising initiative through Alex's Lemonade Stand, in which
clubs were asked to sell lemonade during the year, with the proceeds
being donated to fund research into childhood cancer; the project
was a great success, raising $17,000, well above its goal of
$10,000; in addition, this resourceful young Texan has provided
guidance to fellow Key Club members as they worked to support the
March of Dimes, UNICEF, the Children's Miracle Network, and other
worthwhile efforts; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Beavers developed his skills as a member of the
Kiwanis organizations K-Kids and Builders Club, and he has served
as a captain for the American Cancer Society Relay for Life; in
addition to his school and volunteer activities, he works part-time
at Brookshire's Food & Pharmacy and sings in a local choir; and
WHEREAS, By demonstrating outstanding leadership during his
tenure as district governor, Chase Beavers has helped Key Club
International make a positive difference in numerous Texas and
Oklahoma communities, and the knowledge he has gained through this
experience will be of great benefit in all of his future endeavors;
now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 82nd Texas
Legislature hereby honor Chase Beavers for his achievements as the
2010-2011 governor of the Texas-Oklahoma District of Key Club
International and extend to him sincere best wishes for continued
success; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
prepared for Mr. Beavers as an expression of high regard by the
Texas House of Representatives.