H.R. No. 153 R E S O L U T I O N WHEREAS, Kevin Ngo graduated as salutatorian of the senior class of Palo Duro High School in Amarillo on June 8, 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. Ngo 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, In addition to the pride inherent in being recognized as one of the two highest achieving students in his class, Mr. Ngo has gained the opportunity to address his fellow seniors at commencement and to reflect on their shared history as well as on their hopes and ambitions for the future; and WHEREAS, The son of Dung Ngo, Kevin Ngo has earned the respect and admiration of teachers and classmates alike, and his exceptional scholastic ability, hard work, and commitment to excellence have opened the way to limitless opportunities for this outstanding young Texan; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 83rd Texas Legislature, 1st Called Session, hereby congratulate Kevin Ngo, salutatorian of the Palo Duro 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. Ngo as an expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives. Price ______________________________ Speaker of the House I certify that H.R. No. 153 was adopted by the House on June 25, 2013, by a non-record vote. ______________________________ Chief Clerk of the House