SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 12
	WHEREAS, The Lindale High School academic team once again
	reached the pinnacle of success by winning the 5A state
	championship at the 2017 University Interscholastic League
	Academic State Meet; and
	WHEREAS, One of the most comprehensive literary and academic
	competitions in the nation, the University Interscholastic
	League Academic State Meet includes 29 high school events that
	complement the curriculum and allow students to demonstrate their
	knowledge and ability in a range of demanding disciplines; and
	WHEREAS, With exceptional performances in a number of
	categories, the Eagles captured their first 5A state crown in
	decisive fashion, eclipsing their closest opponents by 36
	points; and
	WHEREAS, The members of this outstanding group include
	Evan Bewersdorf, who won individual state championships in
	Lincoln-Douglas debate and informative speaking, as well as
	Samantha Rodden, Ronak Desai, Ashlyn Ellgass, Anthony Wyatt,
	Jonas Thrasher-Evers, Robert McWhorter, Skylore Evans, Kelsi
	Jones, Tyler Russell, and Adrienne Parks; the team benefited from
	the able guidance of coaches Rory McKenzie, J.P. Fugler, Amanda
	English, and Neda Morrow; and
	WHEREAS, The skill, hard work, and competitive spirit
	demonstrated by these students reflect Lindale High's ongoing
	commitment to academic excellence, and they may take justifiable
	pride in their notable accomplishment; now, therefore, be it
	RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 85th
	Legislature, 1st Called Session, hereby congratulate the Lindale
	High School academic team on winning the 5A title at the 2017
	University Interscholastic League Academic State Meet and extend
	to all those associated with the team sincere best wishes for
	continued success; and, be it further
	RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for
	the team as an expression of high regard from the Texas Senate.
	Hughes
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		President of the Senate
		I hereby certify that the
		above Resolution was adopted by
		the Senate on July 18, 2017.
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		Secretary of the Senate
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		Member, Texas Senate