H.R. No. 749
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, March 2, 2011, marks the 107th anniversary of the
birth of Dr. Seuss, and the students of Sunrise McMillian
Elementary School in Fort Worth are commemorating this occasion in
conjunction with Read Across America Day on March 11; and
WHEREAS, Sponsored by the National Education Association,
this annual celebration is designed to encourage children to read,
and it highlights the importance of adult involvement in promoting
this critical skill; by using the works of Dr. Seuss as a focal
point, the event underscores the joy of reading for children as they
develop greater ability in an area that will prove vital to their
success; and
WHEREAS, Read Across America Day features the participation
of millions of children, parents, teachers, and community leaders
from across the land, and is supported by numerous national
organizations and associations; and
WHEREAS, Many students of Sunrise McMillian are taking part
in this celebration of the written word, which is not only a fitting
tribute to the beloved Dr. Seuss but also an excellent opportunity
to instill a passion for reading in these future leaders of the Lone
Star State; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 82nd Texas
Legislature hereby commemorate the Read Across America celebration
of Dr. Seuss's 107th birthday at Sunrise McMillian Elementary
School and extend to all those in attendance sincere best wishes for
a memorable event; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
prepared for the school as an expression of high regard by the Texas
House of Representatives.
Veasey
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Speaker of the House
I certify that H.R. No. 749 was adopted by the House on March
24, 2011, by a non-record vote.
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Chief Clerk of the House