SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 12
WHEREAS, The Lindale High School academic team once again
reached the pinnacle of success by winning the 5A state
championship at the 2017 University Interscholastic League
Academic State Meet; and
WHEREAS, One of the most comprehensive literary and academic
competitions in the nation, the University Interscholastic
League Academic State Meet includes 29 high school events that
complement the curriculum and allow students to demonstrate their
knowledge and ability in a range of demanding disciplines; and
WHEREAS, With exceptional performances in a number of
categories, the Eagles captured their first 5A state crown in
decisive fashion, eclipsing their closest opponents by 36
points; and
WHEREAS, The members of this outstanding group include
Evan Bewersdorf, who won individual state championships in
Lincoln-Douglas debate and informative speaking, as well as
Samantha Rodden, Ronak Desai, Ashlyn Ellgass, Anthony Wyatt,
Jonas Thrasher-Evers, Robert McWhorter, Skylore Evans, Kelsi
Jones, Tyler Russell, and Adrienne Parks; the team benefited from
the able guidance of coaches Rory McKenzie, J.P. Fugler, Amanda
English, and Neda Morrow; and
WHEREAS, The skill, hard work, and competitive spirit
demonstrated by these students reflect Lindale High's ongoing
commitment to academic excellence, and they may take justifiable
pride in their notable accomplishment; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 85th
Legislature, 1st Called Session, hereby congratulate the Lindale
High School academic team on winning the 5A title at the 2017
University Interscholastic League Academic State Meet and extend
to all those associated with the team sincere best wishes for
continued success; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for
the team as an expression of high regard from the Texas Senate.
Hughes
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on July 18, 2017.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate