89R29610 HMR-D By: Leach H.R. No. 1271 R E S O L U T I O N WHEREAS, High school graduation is one of life's pivotal milestones, and Sydney Atkinson is participating in that joyful occasion with her graduation from Allen High School on May 23, 2025; and WHEREAS, Ms. Atkinson can reflect with great pride on the perseverance she has demonstrated in the pursuit of her goals throughout her high school career; a member of the National Honor Society, she has managed a challenging course load that includes numerous dual credit classes, and she has generously given of her time to various volunteer initiatives as a member of the Allen chapter of the National Charity League; moreover, she has served Cottonwood Creek Church as a middle school camp counselor, and she interned for State Representative Jeff Leach's campaign during the 2024 election cycle; and WHEREAS, An active member of both her school and club volleyball teams, Ms. Atkinson has competed in the sport at the national level, and she has received the Academic All-District distinction three times; she is planning to attend The University of Texas at Tyler, where she will continue to play volleyball on an athletic and academic scholarship; and WHEREAS, Exciting challenges and opportunities await this outstanding young Texan, and it is a pleasure to join her family and friends in recognizing her as she embarks on a future bright with promise; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 89th Texas Legislature hereby congratulate Sydney Atkinson on her graduation from Allen High School and extend to her sincere best wishes for continued success and happiness; and, be it further RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be prepared for Ms. Atkinson as an expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives.