H.R. No. 40 R E S O L U T I O N WHEREAS, Rose Tran has been named salutatorian of the Class of 2013 at John Dubiski Career High School in Grand Prairie, and for achieving this significant honor, she indeed merits special recognition; and WHEREAS, Earning the title of salutatorian requires not only intellect and aptitude, but also four years of dedication to the highest academic standards; the student who garners this coveted distinction must demonstrate a thorough understanding of a wide range of subjects, from math and science to language arts and social studies, yet the rewards of the countless hours of study and preparation are myriad; and WHEREAS, In addition to the pride inherent in being recognized as one of the two highest achieving students in her class, the salutatorian is frequently the recipient of scholarships and grants; she also gains 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, Throughout her academic career, Rose Tran has earned the respect and admiration of her teachers and classmates at John Dubiski Career High School, and her exceptional scholastic ability, hard work, and commitment to excellence have surely 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 Rose Tran, salutatorian of the John Dubiski Career High School Class of 2013, and extend to her sincere best wishes for continued success in all her endeavors; and, be it further RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be prepared for Rose Tran as an expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives. Alonzo ______________________________ Speaker of the House I certify that H.R. No. 40 was adopted by the House on June 21, 2013, by a non-record vote. ______________________________ Chief Clerk of the House