SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 154 WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to join the students, faculty, staff, and alumni of Jack Yates High School in celebrating its 85th anniversary; and WHEREAS, This exemplary educational institution has served the people of Houston with distinction through the years, working to give its students the tools they need to succeed and thrive in an ever-changing world; and WHEREAS, Since the founding of Jack Yates High School, generations of students have graduated and gone on to make their mark in the world, reflecting great credit upon their school and their community, and those who are gathering at the school for the grand anniversary event being held on February 8, 2011, can take pride in celebrating 85 years of service, tradition, pride, and excellence; and WHEREAS, It is truly fitting that Jack Yates High School be recognized for its legacy of dedication to educational excellence; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 82nd Legislature, hereby recognize Jack Yates High School as an integral part of the Houston community and extend to its students, faculty, staff, and alumni best wishes for a memorable 85th anniversary celebration; and, be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for the school as an expression of high regard from the Texas Senate. Ellis ________________________________ President of the Senate I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on January 31, 2011. ________________________________ Secretary of the Senate ________________________________ Member, Texas Senate