H.R. No. 151 R E S O L U T I O N WHEREAS, Brade Koal Bradshaw graduated as the salutatorian of the senior class of Panhandle 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. Bradshaw 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 proud parents Ron and Alayne Bradshaw, Mr. Bradshaw qualified for the University Interscholastic League regional prose competition and was recognized as a state gold medal winner in art; he further distinguished himself in numerous leadership positions, serving as president of the student council, National Honor Society, and Technology Student Association; he was also president of his class for three years, a member of the tennis and basketball teams, and an actor in the Amarillo Little Theatre and Amarillo Opera Summer Youth Musical; following his graduation, he plans to attend Oklahoma City University and major in acting; and WHEREAS, Throughout his academic career, Brade Bradshaw has earned the respect and admiration of his teachers and classmates at Panhandle High, 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 Brade Koal Bradshaw, salutatorian of the Panhandle 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. Bradshaw as an expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives. Price ______________________________ Speaker of the House I certify that H.R. No. 151 was adopted by the House on June 25, 2013, by a non-record vote. ______________________________ Chief Clerk of the House