83R23338 LUC-F
By: Branch H.R. No. 1871
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, It is essential for the future prosperity of the
Lone Star State that young Texans pursue higher education and
develop the knowledge and skills necessary to compete in today's
global economy; and
WHEREAS, Generation TX is an innovative program sponsored by
the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board that seeks to
establish a culture of college and career readiness in Texas public
schools and to promote the idea that postsecondary studies are a
realistic goal for all students in the state; and
WHEREAS, This community-based initiative assists students by
providing detailed guidance on how to further their education and
by outlining the processes of applying for admission and financial
aid; in addition, Generation TX provides inspiration to students to
pursue higher education, as well as valuable information on college
readiness; and
WHEREAS, GenTX.org, the official website of Generation TX,
connects students in a fun and informative online community and
serves as a resource center that clarifies the steps that students
need to take to pursue their studies beyond high school; and
WHEREAS, GenTX Day is being observed on May 3, 2013, to draw
attention to the Generation TX initiative and to celebrate and
congratulate students in the state, especially this year's
graduating seniors; to help commemorate GenTX Day, all residents of
the Lone Star State are asked to wear a T-shirt of their favorite
college to show their support for higher education; and
WHEREAS, This year's theme, "Take a Step on GenTX Day," is
designed to motivate school and community groups to celebrate the
day with college enrollment activities that help close educational
gaps in their community, so Generation TX is asking students,
parents, educators, nonprofits, businesses, and all participating
groups to do at least one of these three things on GenTX Day: fill
out a college application, take a college tour, or be a college
mentor; and
WHEREAS, A postsecondary education offers many benefits,
including broader opportunities, a more rewarding career path,
pride of achievement, and the ability to attain a better standard of
living, and the celebration of GenTX Day will help young Texans to
better appreciate the actions they can take to prepare themselves
for the challenges and opportunities of the future; now, therefore,
be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 83rd Texas
Legislature hereby recognize May 3, 2013, as GenTX Day at the State
Capitol and commend Generation TX for helping students and their
families become better informed about college and career education.