SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 904
WHEREAS, Gonzalez Elementary School in Brownsville celebrated
its 30th anniversary during the 2016-2017 academic year; and
WHEREAS, This notable campus is named for Mariano Gonzalez,
a beloved local bus driver who spent nearly three decades
transporting students to and from school and special events;
initially led by principal Neida Ruth Soto, the school opened its
doors in the fall of 1986, and the new building garnered praise
for its bright and cheerful interior; the school adopted purple,
white, and black as its official colors and the mustang as its
mascot; and
WHEREAS, Today, Gonzalez Elementary School serves more than
800 students in early education through fifth grade; under the
expert guidance of principal Dr. Timothy Cuff, the dedicated
faculty and staff work tirelessly to equip their students with
the ability to think independently and communicate effectively,
along with other essential academic skills; and
WHEREAS, The education of young Texans is of great importance
to the future of our state, and for the past 30 years, Gonzalez
Elementary School has helped its students to reach their full
potential and to become engaged and productive members of their
community; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 85th
Legislature, hereby commemorate the 30th anniversary of Gonzalez
Elementary School and extend to its administrators, faculty,
staff, and students sincere best wishes for continued success;
and, be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for the
school as an expression of high regard from the Texas Senate.
Lucio
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on May 26, 2017.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate