H.R. No. 1528
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, Bryan Christian is retiring from the Leander
Independent School District on June 19, 2023, drawing to a close an
exemplary tenure that has spanned two decades; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Christian is the director of bands at Vista
Ridge High School, and under his able leadership, the marching band
claimed a state championship title and earned selection as a Bands
of America Grand National Finalist in 2021; in addition, the band
has appeared as a featured ensemble at the Midwest International
Band and Orchestra Clinic, and the group performed in the 2023
Tournament of Roses parade; Mr. Christian has also helped the
program garner the prestigious Sudler Shield International
Marching Band Award and the Sudler Flag of Honor International
Concert Band Award from the John Philip Sousa Foundation; and
WHEREAS, A leader in his field, Mr. Christian has served as
vice president of Region 32 of the Texas Music Educators
Association and as vice president of the Servant Leadership
Association for Music; he is also a member of the Phi Beta Mu
International Bandmasters Honor Fraternity; and
WHEREAS, With his dedication, expertise, and commitment to
excellence, Bryan Christian has earned the respect and admiration
of his colleagues and students alike, and he may indeed reflect with
pride on his many accomplishments as he begins the next exciting
chapter of his life; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 88th Texas
Legislature hereby congratulate Bryan Christian on his retirement
from the Leander Independent School District and that he be
extended sincere best wishes for the future; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
prepared for Mr. Christian as an expression of high regard by the
Texas House of Representatives.
Bucy
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Speaker of the House
I certify that H.R. No. 1528 was adopted by the House on May
19, 2023, by a non-record vote.
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Chief Clerk of the House