H.R. No. 2740 R E S O L U T I O N WHEREAS, High school graduation is one of life's pivotal milestones, and Ethan A. Erinakes participated in that joyful occasion with his graduation from Bishop Lynch High School in Dallas on May 29, 2011; and WHEREAS, Although the members of the Class of 2011 are going their separate ways, the time that they shared at Bishop Lynch created a lasting bond, and the knowledge and experiences that Mr. Erinakes gained there will forever enrich his life; and WHEREAS, Earning his high school diploma required hard work and dedication, and Mr. Erinakes can reflect with pride on the perseverance he demonstrated in the pursuit of his goals; he was listed on the Bishop Lynch honor roll for all four years, and he is an AP Scholar, a National Merit Scholar, and a member of the National Honor Society; he took first place in a school math contest, earned two National Science League Distinction Awards, one for physics and one for biology, and, as an Eagle Scout, received the Ad Altare Dei medal; moreover, Mr. Erinakes has already earned 70 college credits through dual enrollment advanced placement courses; and WHEREAS, Exciting challenges and opportunities await this outstanding young Texan, and it is a pleasure to join his family and friends in recognizing him as he embarks on a future bright with promise; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 82nd Texas Legislature hereby congratulate Ethan A. Erinakes on his high school graduation and extend to him sincere best wishes for continued success and happiness; and, be it further RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be prepared for Mr. Erinakes as an expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives. Flynn ______________________________ Speaker of the House I certify that H.R. No. 2740 was adopted by the House on May 30, 2011, by a non-record vote. ______________________________ Chief Clerk of the House