H.R. No. 433 R E S O L U T I O N WHEREAS, Student Leadership Magnolia ISD is contributing immeasurably to its Southeast Texas community by working to develop future civic leaders and volunteers; and WHEREAS, Overseen by the district's superintendent, Dr. Todd Stephens, and director of career and technical education, Dr. Matthew Clark, this important initiative provides opportunities for students to meet with elected officials and increase their knowledge of vital public issues; and WHEREAS, Twenty-four area high school juniors are selected to participate based on their leadership potential, scholastic record, and character; throughout the five-month program, these notable young Texans receive a comprehensive look at the governmental process while working together to complete a service project of benefit to the community; and WHEREAS, Through its efforts to encourage civic and political engagement in its participants, Student Leadership Magnolia ISD is helping lay the foundation for an informed and involved citizenry; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 84th Texas Legislature hereby honor Student Leadership Magnolia ISD for its work to develop community leaders 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 group as an expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives. Bell ______________________________ Speaker of the House I certify that H.R. No. 433 was adopted by the House on F ebruary 19, 2015, by a non-record vote. ______________________________ Chief Clerk of the House