The State of Texas
House of Representatives
H.R. No. 800

RESOLUTION

WHEREAS, On April 25, 2001, the Youth Achievement program in Garland, led by administrator Joe Walker, is hosting an awards ceremony for its students and tutors, and it is indeed fitting to take this opportunity to recognize this outstanding organization; and

WHEREAS, Founded in San Antonio in 1995, Youth Achievement was modeled after the Midtown Educational Foundation of Chicago; it targets moderate-risk children before they give up on themselves, offering them character—building and tutorial programs; and

WHEREAS, Garland’s Youth Achievement began its sessions in March 2000 at Williams Elementary School with 11 students in attendance; now over 30 young people benefit from the counsel and instruction of its dedicated volunteer mentors; and

WHEREAS, Encouraged by its success, Youth Achievement, with the assistance of Garland Independent School District (ISD), plans to add a middle school and another elementary school to its roster next fall with the goal of providing support for students through high school graduation; and

WHEREAS, The Youth Achievement program in Garland is a shining example of what can be accomplished when exceptional people volunteer to help children in the community reach their potential; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 77th Texas

Legislature hereby commend the tutors, their students, the Garland ISD, and all those who contribute to the success of Youth Achievement and extend to them sincere best wishes for continued success in all their future endeavors; and, be it further RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be prepared for Youth Achievement in Garland as an expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives.

H.R. No. 800
Pete Laney
Speaker of the House

I certify that H.R. No. 800 was adopted by the House on April 23, 2001, by a non—record vote.

Sharon Carter
Chief Clerk of the House