H.R. No. 141
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, Austin Holloway graduated as the salutatorian of the
senior class of Borger High School on May 31, 2013; and
WHEREAS, Earning the title of salutatorian requires not only
intellect and aptitude, but also four years of dedication to the
highest academic standards; to attain this coveted distinction,
Mr. Holloway demonstrated a thorough understanding of a wide range
of subjects, and the rewards of the countless hours he has devoted
to his studies are myriad; and
WHEREAS, The son of Cappy and Terry Holloway, Mr. Holloway
has distinguished himself as a member of the Borger High School
Band, with which he performed on the xylophone and baritone, and as
a keyboard player in the school jazz band; he is likewise acclaimed
for his skill on the piano, his instrument of choice, and has held a
six-year membership in the Music Notes Studio; his talent as a
pianist has taken him to a number of events, including a recent
statewide competition held in Austin and a senior recital at Frank
Phillips College; and
WHEREAS, A high achiever in scholastic pursuits as well,
Mr. Holloway is a member of the National Honor Society and has
received a letter of commendation from the National Merit
Scholarship Corporation; each year, he has ranked among the top 10
students in his class, and he has competed in UIL Math and
Calculator, managing first-place showings at the district level in
both events; he was awarded a presidential scholarship to Austin
College in Sherman and plans to seek a degree in math with a minor in
music; and
WHEREAS, Throughout his academic career, Austin Holloway has
earned the respect and admiration of his teachers and classmates
alike, and his exceptional scholastic ability, hard work, and
commitment to excellence have opened the way to limitless
opportunities for this remarkable young Texan; now, therefore, be
it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 83rd Texas
Legislature, 1st Called Session, hereby congratulate Austin
Holloway, salutatorian of the Borger High School Class of 2013, and
extend to him sincere best wishes for continued success as he begins
the next exciting chapter of his life; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
prepared for Mr. Holloway as an expression of high regard by the
Texas House of Representatives.
Price
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Speaker of the House
I certify that H.R. No. 141 was adopted by the House on June
25, 2013, by a non-record vote.
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Chief Clerk of the House