TITLE: Congratulating Erica Newman, salutatorian of Sanford-Fritch High School.

SUMMARY: Congratulating Erica Newman, salutatorian of Sanford-Fritch High School.

FULL TEXT:
WHEREAS, Erica Newman graduated as the salutatorian of the senior class of Sanford-Fritch High School in Fritch on May 31, 2013; and WHEREAS, Earning the title of salutatorian requires not only intellect and aptitude, but also four years of dedication to the highest academic standards; to attain this coveted distinction, Ms. Newman demonstrated a thorough understanding of a wide range of subjects, and the rewards of the countless hours she has devoted to her studies are myriad; and WHEREAS, In addition to her success in the classroom, Ms. Newman has distinguished herself as a member of the National Honor Society and the National Society of High School Scholars; a versatile athlete, she has played volleyball, basketball, and softball, and she has advanced to regional competition in both cross-country and golf; she has also served as vice president of the Business Professionals of America and advanced to state Workplace Skills Assessment Program events in medical office procedures and fundamental word processing; having earned numerous awards and scholarships, Ms. Newman plans to attend Oklahoma Panhandle State University and pursue a double major in chemistry and biology; and WHEREAS, Throughout her academic career, Erica Newman has earned the respect and admiration of her teachers and classmates at Sanford-Fritch High, and her exceptional scholastic ability, hard work, and commitment to excellence have opened the way to limitless opportunities for this remarkable young Texan; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 83rd Texas Legislature, 1st Called Session, hereby congratulate Erica Newman, salutatorian of the Sanford-Fritch High School Class of 2013, and extend to her sincere best wishes for continued success as she begins the next exciting chapter of her life; and, be it further RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be prepared for Ms. Newman as an expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives. Price Speaker of the House I certify that H.R. No. 159 was adopted by the House on June 25, 2013, by a non-record vote. Chief Clerk of the House