H.R. No. 141
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, South Texas Independent School District Virtual
Academy has been named an Apple Distinguished School for the
2023-2026 program term; and
WHEREAS, Recipients of this notable designation are chosen
for demonstrating a strong commitment to continuous innovation and
for their use of technology in fostering a supportive and
challenging educational environment; Apple Distinguished Schools
receive support through leadership events, collaboration with
other participating schools, and opportunities to engage with
experts; and
WHEREAS, The only all-magnet district in the state, South
Texas ISD offers college preparation and hands-on career training
to middle and high school students in Cameron, Hidalgo, and Willacy
Counties; the district opened its Virtual Academy in 2021 to better
meet the needs of residents in the Rio Grande Valley; led by
principal Maribel Valdez, the school offers fully remote courses
with curriculum and instruction designed specifically for virtual
learning; and
WHEREAS, A quality education is critical to the continuing
vitality of our state, and the teachers and staff of South Texas ISD
Virtual Academy are helping their students to reach their full
potential and to become engaged and productive members of their
community; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 88th Texas
Legislature, 3rd Called Session, hereby congratulate South Texas
Independent School District Virtual Academy on its selection as an
Apple Distinguished School and extend to all those associated with
the school sincere best wishes for continued success; and, be it
further
RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
prepared for South Texas ISD Virtual Academy as an expression of
high regard by the Texas House of Representatives.
Guerra
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Speaker of the House
I certify that H.R. No. 141 was adopted by the House on
November 7, 2023, by a non-record vote.
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Chief Clerk of the House