H.R. No. 159
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, Erica Newman graduated as the salutatorian of the
senior class of Sanford-Fritch High School in Fritch 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,
Ms. Newman 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 her success in the classroom,
Ms. Newman has distinguished herself as a member of the National
Honor Society and the National Society of High School Scholars; a
versatile athlete, she has played volleyball, basketball, and
softball, and she has advanced to regional competition in both
cross-country and golf; she has also served as vice president of the
Business Professionals of America and advanced to state Workplace
Skills Assessment Program events in medical office procedures and
fundamental word processing; having earned numerous awards and
scholarships, Ms. Newman plans to attend Oklahoma Panhandle State
University and pursue a double major in chemistry and biology; and
WHEREAS, Throughout her academic career, Erica Newman has
earned the respect and admiration of her teachers and classmates at
Sanford-Fritch High, 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 Erica Newman,
salutatorian of the Sanford-Fritch 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. Newman 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. 159 was adopted by the House on June
25, 2013, by a non-record vote.
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Chief Clerk of the House