87R28384(13) BHH-D By: Wu H.R. No. 1625 R E S O L U T I O N WHEREAS, Mariel Almazan has been named valedictorian of the Class of 2021 at YES Prep Gulfton, and she indeed merits special recognition for receiving this significant honor; and WHEREAS, Earning the title of valedictorian requires not only intellect and aptitude, but also four years of dedication to the highest academic standards; Ms. Almazan demonstrated a thorough understanding of a wide range of subjects, and her attainment of this coveted distinction is the crowning achievement of a notable high school career; and WHEREAS, Following graduation, Ms. Almazan plans to attend Rice University; and WHEREAS, Mariel Almazan has earned the respect and admiration of her teachers and classmates, and her 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 87th Texas Legislature hereby congratulate Mariel Almazan on graduating as valedictorian of the Class of 2021 at YES Prep Gulfton and extend to her sincere best wishes for continued success as she begins the next exciting chapter of her life.