SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 821
WHEREAS, It is essential for the future prosperity of the
Lone Star State that more 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 can 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, nonprofit organizations,
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 Senate of the State of Texas, 83rd
Legislature, hereby recognize May 3, 2013, as GenTX Day and
commend Generation TX for helping students and their families
become better informed about college and career education; and,
be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared as an
expression of high regard from the Texas Senate.
Seliger
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on May 3, 2013.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate