TITLE: Welcoming the students and faculty of Lake Country Christian School of Fort Worth to the Capitol.

SUMMARY: Welcoming the students and faculty of Lake Country Christian School of Fort Worth to the Capitol.

FULL TEXT:
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to recognize Lake Country Christian School of Fort Worth, Texas, and to extend a warm welcome to its students and faculty on the occasion of their visit to the Capitol; and WHEREAS, Since its establishment in 1980, Lake Country Christian School has benefited from the wise leadership of its administration and has undergone considerable growth; the school opened with 35 students and now has a student population of 450; and WHEREAS, Today, Lake Country Christian School is widely recognized as a first-rate institution with a sound academic curriculum and well-disciplined, dedicated students; and WHEREAS, The school is on a 30-acre campus and draws students from a wide geographical area and a variety of religious backgrounds; it is an accredited college preparatory school, with classes ranging from kindergarten through grade 12; and WHEREAS, The school's goal is to integrate academic excellence with Christian principles and to develop the whole person; Bible study is required each year, and in addition to its core curriculum, the school offers a premier fine arts department and a complete varsity athletic program; its band and choir win numerous awards annually; and WHEREAS, The school aims at preparing students for lives with a purpose and at providing resources, programs, and experiences that will inspire excellence in student performance; it provides a rigorous educational environment, and its students have gone on to attend some of the finest universities and colleges in the country; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 82nd Legislature, hereby commend Lake Country Christian School for the high standards the school upholds and the excellent educational opportunities it provides; and, be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for the school as an expression of esteem from the Texas Senate. Nelson President of the Senate I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on February 14, 2011.