SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 109
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to
recognize Harmony Science Academy on the special occasion of its
10th anniversary; and
WHEREAS, The first Harmony Science Academy was established
in Houston in 2000; there are now 33 Harmony public schools in
cities across the state; and
WHEREAS, Harmony schools are high-performing K-12 public
charter schools that focus on mathematics, science, engineering,
and computer technologies to provide opportunities for
underserved communities; and
WHEREAS, Harmony schools have earned an outstanding
reputation for providing a high-quality education and proudly
serve more than 16,000 students in their college preparatory
schools, with a college acceptance rate of 100 percent; and
WHEREAS, Recognized among the best high schools in the
nation by United States News and World Report, Harmony public
schools have won more than 2,000 awards in local, national, and
international science fairs and competitions; last year the
schools hosted students from 70 countries and 47 states; and
WHEREAS, Some 14 Harmony schools have received the
distinction of being designated Texas Science Technology
Engineering and Mathematics Academies; the schools have become
instrumental in improving educational opportunities in their
communities; and
WHEREAS, The Harmony Science Academy of San Antonio is
holding a 10th anniversary celebration on February 7, 2011;
celebratory events will also be held in Houston, El Paso, Dallas,
and Austin; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 82nd
Legislature, hereby commend the students, faculty, and
administrators of the Harmony Science Academy and Harmony public
schools across the state for their exemplary efforts on behalf of
the young people of this state and extend to them best wishes for
a wonderful 10th anniversary celebration; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared as an
expression of high regard from the Texas Senate.
Van de Putte
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on January 26, 2011.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate