TITLE: Congratulating Jacob Arie, salutatorian of the Horn High School Class of 2013.

SUMMARY: Congratulating Jacob Arie, salutatorian of the Horn High School Class of 2013.

FULL TEXT:
WHEREAS, Jacob Arie is graduating as salutatorian of the senior class of Dr. John Horn High School in Mesquite in 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; the student who garners this coveted distinction must demonstrate a thorough understanding of a wide range of subjects, from math and science to language arts and social studies, yet the rewards of the countless hours of study and preparation are myriad; and WHEREAS, The son of proud parents Melissa and Troy Willis and Larry Arie, Mr. Arie plans to continue his education at Texas Christian University, studying music education; he hopes also to travel across the country performing in a drum corps and to earn a graduate degree; and WHEREAS, Throughout his academic career, Jacob Arie has earned the respect and admiration of his teachers and classmates at Horn High School, and his exceptional scholastic ability, hard work, and commitment to excellence have opened the way to limitless opportunities for this outstanding young Texan; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 83rd Texas Legislature, 1st Called Session, hereby congratulate Jacob Arie, salutatorian of the Horn High School Class of 2013, 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. Arie as an expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives. Sheets Speaker of the House I certify that H.R. No. 53 was adopted by the House on June 21, 2013, by a non-record vote. Chief Clerk of the House