SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 296
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to
recognize Samuel Eluemunoh, who won the 2021 state finals of the
Poetry Out Loud: National Recitation Contest; and
WHEREAS, This prestigious competition is a nationwide
project of the National Endowment for the Arts and the Poetry
Foundation; organized in Texas by the Texas Commission on the
Arts, the contest helps high school students master public
speaking skills, build self-confidence, and learn about their
literary heritage; this year's event featured renowned San
Antonio poet Naomi Shihab Nye as the master of ceremonies; and
WHEREAS, Samuel Eluemunoh is a junior at Saint Mark's
School of Texas in Dallas; as state champion, he will receive a
$200 prize and the opportunity to represent Texas in the national
competition; in addition, Saint Mark's School of Texas will
receive $500 for the purchase of poetry books for the school's
library; and
WHEREAS, Samuel Eluemunoh is an exemplary young man, and he
can take great pride in the honor he has brought to his family,
his school, and his community; it is truly fitting that he
receive special recognition for his outstanding achievement;
now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 87th
Legislature, hereby commend Samuel Eluemunoh on his dedication
and skill and extend to him congratulations on winning the Poetry
Out Loud: National Recitation Contest state finals and best
wishes for success in the national competition; and, be it
further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for
him as an expression of regard from the Texas Senate.
Springer
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on April 22, 2021.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate