H.R. No. 2148 R E S O L U T I O N WHEREAS, Isaiah Gomez has been named valedictorian of the Class of 2023 at Mary Carroll High School in Corpus Christi, and he 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; in securing his place as the top-ranking student in his class, Mr. Gomez demonstrated a thorough understanding of a wide range of subjects, and his attainment of this coveted distinction is the crowning achievement of a notable high school career; and WHEREAS, In addition to the pride inherent in being recognized for his hard work, Mr. Gomez has gained the opportunity to address his fellow seniors at commencement and to reflect on their shared history as well as their hopes and ambitions; and WHEREAS, During his years at Mary Carroll High School, Isaiah Gomez has earned the respect and admiration of both his teachers and classmates, and his 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 88th Texas Legislature hereby congratulate Isaiah Gomez on graduating as valedictorian of the Mary Carroll High School Class of 2023 and extend to him sincere best wishes for continued success as he begins the next exciting chapter of his life; and, be it further RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be prepared for Mr. Gomez as an expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives. Herrero ______________________________ Speaker of the House I certify that H.R. No. 2148 was adopted by the House on May 29, 2023, by a non-record vote. ______________________________ Chief Clerk of the House