SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 589
WHEREAS, Many proud members of Howard Students with
Purpose are visiting the State Capitol on April 28, 2015; and
WHEREAS, Established for eighth graders at Howard Junior
High School in Waxahachie, Howard Students with Purpose includes
approximately 350 participants; the program is designed to
promote good character and mature behavior while encouraging
academic achievement and fostering positive relationships among
classmates; and
WHEREAS, Students in the program discover the benefits of
setting and meeting goals, and they can earn opportunities for
education and cultural experiences outside the classroom;
moreover, they learn to network with others outside of their
familiar groups; and
WHEREAS, In order to take part in such activities as the
trip to Austin, members of the group have engaged in fund-raising
and organizational efforts; this event will allow them to tour
The University of Texas campus, meet with college students from
their hometown, and gain firsthand insights into how state
government works; and
WHEREAS, The members of Howard Students with Purpose are
working diligently to make the most of their eighth-grade year,
and in so doing, they are preparing themselves to excel in high
school, higher education, and future careers; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 84th
Legislature, hereby commend the members of Howard Students with
Purpose on the occasion of their visit to the State Capitol and
extend to them sincere best wishes for continued success.
Birdwell
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on April 20, 2015.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate