SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 171
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to
recognize the Round Rock Independent School District on the grand
occasion of its 100th anniversary, which is being celebrated
throughout 2013; and
WHEREAS, The Round Rock Independent School District was
established on May 17, 1913; the first education classes were
offered in 1914 and took place in a three-story building on West
Anderson Avenue; and
WHEREAS, Over the decades, numerous rural schools were
consolidated into the district; today, the district consists of
six high schools, 10 middle schools, 32 elementary schools, and
three special centers; there are 5,990 staff members and 45,741
students; and
WHEREAS, The 51 schools in the Round Rock Independent
School District are widely recognized as first-rate institutions
with sound academic curriculums and well-disciplined,
high-achieving students; and
WHEREAS, The district has consistently aimed to provide
resources, programs, and experiences that inspire excellence in
student performance, and the students have been proud of the fine
education they have received; and
WHEREAS, Observance of the district's 100th anniversary is
an opportunity for all who have attended its schools to express
gratitude for the high standards the district upholds and the
excellent educational opportunities it provides; now, therefore,
be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas,
83rd Legislature, hereby commend the Round Rock Independent
School District on its success and its many contributions to the
Round Rock community and our state and extend best wishes to all
associated with the school on its centennial year; and, be it
further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for
the district as an expression of high regard from the Texas
Senate.
Schwertner
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on February 11, 2013.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate