H.R. No. 57 R E S O L U T I O N WHEREAS, Kiaria Sewell is graduating as salutatorian of the senior class of Dr. Ralph H. Poteet High School in Mesquite 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 parent Rachel Sewell, Ms. Sewell plans to continue her education at The University of Texas at Austin, studying business management and communication on a $40,000 scholarship; her ultimate goals include becoming a literary agent; and WHEREAS, Throughout her academic career, Kiaria Sewell has earned the respect and admiration of her teachers and classmates at Poteet 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 Kiaria Sewell, salutatorian of the Poteet 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. Sewell as an expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives. Sheets ______________________________ Speaker of the House I certify that H.R. No. 57 was adopted by the House on June 21, 2013, by a non-record vote. ______________________________ Chief Clerk of the House