H.R. No. 406 R E S O L U T I O N WHEREAS, The Weatherford Independent School District has been selected as a CTE District of Distinction by the Career and Technical Association of Texas; and WHEREAS, Weatherford ISD was one of only 38 school districts in Texas to receive this esteemed recognition, which honors career and technical education programs that demonstrate exemplary leadership, innovation, and commitment to student success; the CTE District of Distinction accolade also highlights programs that excel in preparing students for the workforce and that are dedicated to making a positive difference in the community; and WHEREAS, The 13 career clusters offered at Weatherford ISD CTE allow students to immerse themselves in their chosen field through hands-on learning and internships; programs of study include agricultural science, architecture and construction, health science, hospitality and tourism, and manufacturing, among others; in 2023, Weatherford ISD launched the Grizzard Regional Institute of Technology in partnership with Weatherford College; GRIT is an innovative option for students to receive a high school diploma, an industry credential, or an associate's degree at no cost; and WHEREAS, Through its exceptional efforts to engage and motivate students, the Weatherford ISD CTE Department has built an outstanding record of achievement, and the district is indeed deserving of this prestigious award; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 89th Texas Legislature hereby congratulate the Weatherford Independent School District on being named a CTE District of Distinction by the Career and Technical Association of Texas and extend to all those affiliated with the district's CTE Department sincere best wishes for continued success; and, be it further RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be prepared for the school district as an expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives. Olcott ______________________________ Speaker of the House I certify that H.R. No. 406 was adopted by the House on April 17, 2025, by the following vote: Yeas 133, Nays 7, 2 present, not voting. ______________________________ Chief Clerk of the House