SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 683
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to
recognize Harmony Science Academy of Grand Prairie for its
commitment to excellence in education; and
WHEREAS, Founded in 2000, Harmony Science Academy of Grand
Prairie is one of a number of partner schools that serve more than
16,000 students at 33 campuses throughout the Lone Star State;
each institution is dedicated to helping young Texans achieve
their full potential in all subjects, with special emphasis on
mathematics, science, and computer technology; and
WHEREAS, Harmony Science Academy of Grand Prairie is rated
Exemplary by the Texas Education Agency, and its students have
excelled in a variety of academic competitions; they have
displayed a wide range of talents and a dedication to learning
and have earned top honors in the most challenging competitions
in the state; and
WHEREAS, These distinguished students include Daye
Castillo, who placed first in cell and molecular biology at the
2011 Dallas Regional Science Fair; Elizabeth Chaides, who won
first place in the 2011 International Language Olympiad for her
lovely singing voice; Aurelio Hernandez, who took first place
honors at the 2010 HRL Robotics Competition and also earned
honorable mention in chemistry at the 2011 Dallas Regional
Science Fair; Gabriel Frugie, who in his first year at Harmony
earned honorable mention in biochemistry at the 2011 Dallas
Regional Science Fair; Ty Curry and Khalid Shqeir, who placed
first at the 2010 Science Olympiad State Competition; and
Alejandro Waumann, who earned honorable mention in microbiology
and plant sciences at the 2011 Dallas Regional Science Fair, as
well as first place in the 2011 Science Olympiad; and
WHEREAS, Committed to its innovative, high-quality system
of education, Harmony Science Academy is building a solid
foundation for the future achievement of many young Texans; now,
therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 82nd
Legislature, hereby commend the students, teachers,
administrators, and staff of Harmony Science Academy of Grand
Prairie on their dedication and their many achievements; and, be
it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for
them as an expression of regard from the Texas Senate.
Harris
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on March 31, 2011.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate