TITLE: Commending Matthew Franke for achieving the rank of Eagle Scout.

SUMMARY: Commending Matthew Franke for achieving the rank of Eagle Scout.

FULL TEXT:
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to recognize Matthew Franke of Troop 255 in Corpus Christi, who has achieved the rank of Eagle Scout and will be presented the coveted Eagle Badge at a Court of Honor on March 19, 2011; and WHEREAS, To earn the highest advancement rank, a Scout must be committed to doing his best in all aspects of his life; he must fulfill requirements in the areas of leadership, service, outdoor skills, and personal and social responsibility and rise through the ranks of Tenderfoot, Second Class, First Class, Star, and Life to achieve the rank of Eagle Scout; and WHEREAS, Matthew showed outstanding leadership through the planning and execution of a service project that has benefited his community; he designed and built two cabinets with shelves for the Agua Dulce Baptist Church preschool department, where the students now have a place for their backpacks, coats, and school supplies; he also organized a donation drive for books, puzzles, toys, and monetary contributions for the preschool; and WHEREAS, Matthew is an honor student at John Paul II High School, where he enjoys playing on the tennis team; an active member of Second Baptist Church and its youth group, he has volunteered for many community organizations; and WHEREAS, Matthew has demonstrated that he is faithful to the Scout Oath and Law; he is truly a shining example for the young people of Texas, and he brings great honor to himself, his family, and his troop, all of whom rejoice in his noteworthy accomplishment; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 82nd Legislature, hereby commend Matthew Franke for earning the rank of Eagle Scout and congratulate him on his great achievement; and, be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for Eagle Scout Franke as an expression of highest regard from the Texas Senate. Hinojosa President of the Senate I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on March 14, 2011.