Texas 2019 - 86th Regular

Texas House Bill HR691

Caption

Congratulating Westcliff Elementary School in Fort Worth on its receipt of a 2018 America's Best Urban Schools Award from the National Center for Urban School Transformation.

Impact

This resolution serves as an official recognition of the efforts put forth by both the faculty and students of Westcliff Elementary. The award not only highlights the school's commitment to enhancing academic performance but also emphasizes the positive campus culture and strong student engagement in extracurricular activities. This recognition can inspire other schools within the region to strive for similar excellence, setting benchmarks for educational achievements across urban schools.

Summary

H.R. No. 691 is a resolution that congratulates Westcliff Elementary School in Fort Worth for receiving the 2018 America's Best Urban Schools Award from the National Center for Urban School Transformation. The award is given annually to schools that exhibit excellence in various criteria, such as high student and teacher attendance rates and exemplary achievement, particularly among English learners and students with disabilities. Westcliff Elementary has notably become one of only 50 schools in Texas and 160 nationwide to achieve this prestigious honor, marking a significant accomplishment for the institution.

Sentiment

The sentiment surrounding H.R. No. 691 is overwhelmingly positive, reflecting pride in local educational achievements and community support for schools. Legislators and community members alike express admiration for the hard work and dedication displayed by the students and staff of Westcliff Elementary. This resolution serves to bolster community morale and promote pride in local educational institutions.

Contention

Since this is a resolution recognizing an achievement rather than legislation that affects policy or budgets, it does not present notable points of contention. The focus remains solely on celebrating the school's accomplishments, and no opposition or debate has been recorded regarding the bill. Thus, it fosters unity and pride rather than division.

Companion Bills

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Previously Filed As

TX HR1904

Congratulating Gruver Elementary School and Gruver Junior High School on being named 2022 National Blue Ribbon Schools.

TX HR94

Congratulating Sunset Elementary School of Dumas ISD on being named a 2023 National Blue Ribbon School.

TX HR15

Congratulating Falls City Elementary School on its selection as a 2023 National Blue Ribbon School by the U.S. Department of Education.

TX HR429

Congratulating Springlake-Earth Elementary/Middle School on being named a 2022 National Blue Ribbon School.

TX SR87

Recognizing Sunset Elementary School for receiving a National Blue Ribbon Award.

TX HR14

Congratulating Roel A. and Celia R. Saenz Elementary in Roma on its selection as a 2023 National Blue Ribbon School by the U.S. Department of Education.

TX HR2119

Congratulating the Highland Park Elementary School archery team on winning the national championship at the 2023 NASP Western Nationals.

TX HR33

Congratulating Muleshoe High School on its selection as a 2022 National Blue Ribbon School.

TX HR1145

Congratulating Stephanie Herrera of Horizon Heights Elementary School in Socorro ISD on receiving the Lavis Mentor Teacher Award from the UTEP College of Education.

TX SR13

Recognizing Vega Junior High School for receiving a National Blue Ribbon Schools award.

Similar Bills

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