TITLE: Congratulating Trenton Sell of Lumberton on achieving the rank of Eagle Scout.

SUMMARY: Congratulating Trenton Sell of Lumberton on achieving the rank of Eagle Scout.

FULL TEXT:
WHEREAS, Trenton Sell of Boy Scouts of America Troop No. 9 in Lumberton has attained the rank of Eagle Scout, and this accomplishment truly merits special recognition; and WHEREAS, The Eagle Scout badge is a significant honor, one bestowed on only a small fraction of those who enter the scouting movement; in the course of meeting the rank's demanding criteria, Mr. Sell earned the requisite 21 merit badges and successfully completed an Eagle Scout project of benefit to his community; and WHEREAS, This fine young Texan began his scouting career in 2005 as a first grader, and he has demonstrated outstanding leadership ability throughout the years, winning the respect and admiration of his fellow troop members as he worked toward the highest rank that the organization offers; he has served as patrol leader, assistant patrol leader, historian, and librarian, and he has also earned the prestigious Arrow of Light badge; and WHEREAS, A senior at Lumberton High School, Mr. Sell is a trombonist in the Mighty Raider Band and a member of the boys' varsity cross country team; in addition, he participates in the youth group at the First Baptist Church of Loeb, and he has volunteered numerous hours in support of local church and community service groups; his future plans include joining the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve and earning a degree in criminal justice; and WHEREAS, Eagle Scout Sell's dedication to excellence and his perseverance in the pursuit of his goals have proven him worthy to stand among scouting's elite, and he may indeed reflect with pride on a job well done; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 85th Texas Legislature hereby congratulate Trenton Sell on achieving the rank of Eagle Scout 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. Sell as an expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives. White Speaker of the House I certify that H.R. No. 707 was adopted by the House on March 16, 2017, by a non-record vote. Chief Clerk of the House