85R16470 JCD-D
By: Hunter H.R. No. 1236
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, The Port Aransas Independent School District has
enjoyed a significant record of success during the 2015-2016 and
2016-2017 school years; and
WHEREAS, Furthering the district's reputation for academic
excellence, Ancel Brundrett Middle School was recognized by the
Texas Education Agency as a High-Performing School during the
2015-2016 academic year, while H. G. Olsen Elementary School was
designated as a High-Progress Federal Reward School; in addition,
two teams from Port Aransas High School qualified for the
University Interscholastic League State Cross-Examination Debate
tournament, and two PAHS students were named 2016 Corpus Christi
Caller-Times/Citgo South Texas Distinguished Scholars; and
WHEREAS, Olsen Elementary students also proudly represented
their district in the arts; in conjunction with the Port Aransas
Community Theater, young performers took part in productions of Elf
The Musical Jr. in 2016 and Disney's The Lion King Jr. in 2017, and
an OES student was honored in 2016 with an invitation to join the
National Children's Chorus; and
WHEREAS, Students from Port Aransas High have distinguished
themselves through their recent athletic achievements as well; in
2016, the softball and boys' basketball teams clinched district
championships, and members of the boys' and girls' cross-country
teams qualified for the state meet for the second consecutive year;
moreover, both the Marlins and Lady Marlins basketball teams were
regional semifinalists in 2017; and
WHEREAS, The faculty, staff, and administration of the Port
Aransas Independent School District have demonstrated an
exceptional commitment to helping young Texans build a strong
foundation for the future, and their efforts have been reflected in
the many significant achievements of the students in the district;
now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 85th Texas
Legislature hereby commend the Port Aransas Independent School
District on its numerous accomplishments during the 2015-2016 and
2016-2017 school years and extend to all those associated with the
district sincere best wishes for the future; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
prepared for the district as an expression of high regard by the
Texas House of Representatives.