TITLE: Congratulating Panhandle High School on placing 12th in the 2018 UIL Marching Contest.

SUMMARY: Congratulating Panhandle High School on placing 12th in the 2018 UIL Marching Contest.

FULL TEXT:
WHEREAS, The members of the Panhandle High School marching band distinguished themselves with a fine showing at the 2018 University Interscholastic League State Marching Contest; and WHEREAS, Following a historic season, the "Pride of Panhandle" marching band joined top competitors from across Texas at the Alamodome in San Antonio on November 6, 2018; the band performed admirably in the preliminary round, ultimately earning a 12th place finish out of 138 Class 2A bands; and WHEREAS, Under the skillful guidance of director Nick Stephenson and assistant director Victoria Kreutzer, the group performed at the UIL State Marching Contest for the third time in four years; and WHEREAS, By excelling in the state's premier showcase for high school marching bands, these dedicated musicians have ably represented their school and community, and they will cherish their memories of this outstanding accomplishment for years to come; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 86th Texas Legislature hereby congratulate the Panhandle High School marching band on its 12th place finish in Class 2A at the 2018 UIL State Marching Contest and that all those associated with the band be extended sincere best wishes for continued success; and, be it further RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be prepared for the group as an expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives. Price Speaker of the House I certify that H.R. No. 498 was adopted by the House on March 13, 2019, by a non-record vote. Chief Clerk of the House