H.R. No. 192
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, The chamber choir from Jose Damian Elementary School
in Canutillo took home a gold award for its participation in the
WorldStrides Heritage Music Festival, held in Anaheim, California,
in May 2013; and
WHEREAS, Competing against music ensembles from around the
country, the talented young vocalists from Jose Damian were among
those recognized as the best contenders at the event; in addition to
the gold award honoring the group's performance, fifth-grade
student Elliot Lavis was singled out for the inaugural Time to Start
Dreaming Award, which is presented to a choir member who has made an
especially memorable and inspiring contribution to the music and
school community; and
WHEREAS, Under the direction of teacher Rocio Rodriguez, the
chamber choir is composed of fourth- and fifth-grade students who
must complete a rigorous audition process to qualify for the
program, in addition to meeting high standards of academic
excellence and personal conduct; and
WHEREAS, Through their skill, discipline, and perseverance,
the members of the Jose Damian Elementary School Chamber Choir have
won great distinction for themselves and their school, and they may
indeed take pride in this well-earned achievement; now, therefore,
be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 83rd Texas
Legislature, 1st Called Session, hereby congratulate the Jose
Damian Elementary School Chamber Choir on its
exceptional showing
at the WorldStrides Heritage Music Festival and extend to all those
involved with the program sincere best wishes for continued
success; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
prepared for the choir as an expression of high regard by the Texas
House of Representatives.
Moody
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Speaker of the House
I certify that H.R. No. 192 was adopted by the House on June
25, 2013, by a non-record vote.
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Chief Clerk of the House