H.R. No. 100 R E S O L U T I O N WHEREAS, Austin Whatley has been named salutatorian of the Class of 2017 at Sanford-Fritch High School, and he indeed merits special recognition for receiving this significant honor; and WHEREAS, Earning the title of salutatorian requires not only intellect and aptitude but also four years of dedication to the highest academic standards; in securing his place as one of the two top-ranking students in his class, Mr. Whatley demonstrated a thorough understanding of a wide range of subjects, and his attainment of this coveted distinction is the crowning achievement of a notable high school career; and WHEREAS, The son of Justin and Laurie Whatley, Mr. Whatley gained the opportunity to address his fellow seniors at commencement and to reflect on their shared history as well as their hopes and ambitions; and WHEREAS, During his years at Sanford-Fritch High, Austin Whatley earned the respect and admiration of both his teachers and classmates, and his exceptional scholastic ability and commitment to excellence have opened the way to a bright and promising future for this outstanding young Texan; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 85th Texas Legislature, 1st Called Session, hereby congratulate Austin Whatley, salutatorian of the Class of 2017 at Sanford-Fritch High School, and extend to him sincere best wishes for continued success as he begins the next exciting chapter of his life; and, be it further RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be prepared for Mr. Whatley as an expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives. Price ______________________________ Speaker of the House I certify that H.R. No. 100 was adopted by the House on August 15, 2017, by a non-record vote. ______________________________ Chief Clerk of the House