84R15375 JGH-D
By: Elkins H.R. No. 1614
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, Zion Wren, a student at WALIPP-TSU Preparatory
Academy in Houston, won third-place honors at the African American
National Spelling Bee Championships on February 28, 2015, in
Houston; and
WHEREAS, The goal of the African American National Spelling
Bee Championships is to improve the spelling skills of African
American middle school students, which in turn helps them to raise
their reading level and expand their vocabulary; by preparing for
the spelling bee, young people develop confidence and discipline,
traits that are necessary to excel academically; and
WHEREAS, Students from across Houston competed in two rounds
of spelling bees for the opportunity to go to the main event; after
advancing through the regional competition, Zion Wren came in at
third place at the national championships; and
WHEREAS, This notable young Texan has distinguished himself
with his hard work, determination, and poise under pressure, and he
may indeed look forward to a future that is bright with promise;
now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 84th Texas
Legislature hereby congratulate Zion Wren on placing third at the
African American National Spelling Bee Championships and extend to
him sincere best wishes for continued success and happiness; and,
be it further
RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
prepared for Zion Wren as an expression of high regard by the Texas
House of Representatives.