TITLE: Congratulating Henry Boehm of Vanguard College Preparatory School in Waco on being named a Forty Acres Scholar by The University of Texas Alumni Association.

SUMMARY: Congratulating Henry Boehm of Vanguard College Preparatory School in Waco on being named a Forty Acres Scholar by The University of Texas Alumni Association.

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WHEREAS, Henry Boehm of Vanguard College Preparatory School in Waco has deservedly been named a Forty Acres Scholar by The University of Texas Alumni Association; and WHEREAS, Initiated in 2011 by the Texas Exes, the Forty Acres Scholar Program recognizes outstanding high school students from the Lone Star State and beyond who excel academically, who distinguish themselves through their extracurricular activities and community service, and who possess the social skills necessary to interact with adults as well as their peers; out of approximately 3,000 applicants from across the country, only 19 were named 2015 Forty Acres Scholars; each recipient of the honor receives a $130,000 scholarship to cover school expenses throughout their time at UT-Austin; and WHEREAS, Mr. Boehm has compiled an impressive academic record during his high school career, excelling in each of his Advanced Placement courses and scoring well on several college-entry exams; he is president of the Class of 2015 at Vanguard, where he also serves as editor-in-chief of the school newspaper and participates as a member of the school's mock trial team; he is a gifted student-athlete as well, leading the Vanguard Vikings boys' soccer squad as team captain; and WHEREAS, In addition to his academic endeavors, Mr. Boehm has gained critical life skills as a member of his local Boy Scouts of America troop, and he attained the prestigious Eagle Scout rank at the age of 14; and WHEREAS, At UT-Austin, Mr. Boehm plans to study liberal arts and ultimately major in business; and WHEREAS, This noteworthy young Texan has worked toward his goals with great diligence and determination, and he may indeed look forward to a future bright with promise; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 84th Texas Legislature hereby congratulate Henry Boehm on being named a Forty Acres Scholar by The University of Texas Alumni Association and extend to him sincere best wishes for continued success; and, be it further RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be prepared for Mr. Boehm as an expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives. Anderson of McLennan Speaker of the House I certify that H.R. No. 3222 was adopted by the House on May 30, 2015, by a non-record vote. Chief Clerk of the House