H.R. No. 2774 R E S O L U T I O N WHEREAS, Xinran Liu is graduating as the valedictorian of the senior class of Kingwood High School on May 28, 2011; and WHEREAS, Earning the title of valedictorian requires not only intellect and aptitude, but also four years of dedication to the highest academic standards; to attain this coveted distinction, "Lilly" Liu demonstrated a thorough understanding of a wide range of subjects, and the rewards of the countless hours she has devoted to her studies are myriad; and WHEREAS, Ms. Liu has distinguished herself as a member of the National Honor Society and the Spanish National Honor Society, and as a recipient of the Congressional Service Award; a member of the Houston Youth Symphony and orchestra, she was named Outstanding Soloist in University Interscholastic League competition, and she has been awarded Greentree Elementary and Kingwood Orchestra scholarships; and WHEREAS, The daughter of Liangjian and Yanlu Liu, Ms. Liu plans to attend Duke University and pursue a degree in economics; and WHEREAS, Lilly Liu has earned the respect and admiration of her teachers and classmates at Kingwood High, and her exceptional scholastic ability, hard work, and commitment to excellence have opened the way to limitless opportunities for this remarkable young Texan; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 82nd Texas Legislature hereby congratulate Lilly Liu on being named valedictorian of the Kingwood High School Class of 2011 and extend to her sincere best wishes for continued success as she begins the next exciting chapter of her life; and, be it further RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be prepared for Ms. Liu as an expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives. Huberty ______________________________ Speaker of the House I certify that H.R. No. 2774 was adopted by the House on May 30, 2011, by a non-record vote. ______________________________ Chief Clerk of the House