83S10332(2) MGR-D By: Sheets H.R. No. 51 R E S O L U T I O N WHEREAS, Helen Z. Alfaro is graduating as salutatorian of the senior class of West Mesquite High School in 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; 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, The daughter of proud parents Josefa and Sotero Alfaro, Ms. Alfaro plans to continue her education at Texas A&M University--Commerce in interdisciplinary studies; she ultimately hopes to teach elementary school and to build a school in another country; and WHEREAS, Throughout her academic career, Helen Z. Alfaro has earned the respect and admiration of her teachers and classmates at West Mesquite High School, and her 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 Helen Z. Alfaro, salutatorian of the West Mesquite 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. Alfaro as an expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives.