H.R. No. 146
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, Whitney Shantel Shaffer graduated as valedictorian
of the 2013 senior class of Highland Park High School in Amarillo,
and she truly merits special recognition for her impressive
achievements; and
WHEREAS, Earning the title of valedictorian requires not only
intellect and aptitude, but also four years of dedication to the
highest academic standards; to attain this coveted distinction, Ms.
Shaffer demonstrated a thorough understanding of a wide range of
subjects, and the rewards of the countless hours she has devoted to
her studies are myriad; and
WHEREAS, In addition to the pride inherent in being
recognized as the highest achieving student in her class,
Ms. Shaffer gained the opportunity to address her fellow seniors at
commencement and to reflect on their shared history as well as their
hopes and ambitions for the future; and
WHEREAS, The daughter of Diane Jaramillo, Whitney Shaffer has
earned the respect and admiration of her teachers and classmates at
Highland Park High School, and her 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 Whitney
Shantel Shaffer, valedictorian of the Highland Park High School
Class of 2013, and extend to her sincere best wishes for continued
success as she begins the next exciting chapter of her life; and, be
it further
RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
prepared for Ms. Shaffer 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. 146 was adopted by the House on June
25, 2013, by a non-record vote.
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Chief Clerk of the House