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House Resolution 1922
By: Representative Dempsey of the 13th

A RESOLUTION


Commending Jesse Baker, Darlington School's 2012 STAR Student; and for other purposes.

WHEREAS, a proper quality education for the young people of this state is the single most important objective of the General Assembly; and

WHEREAS, Jesse Baker has shown by the example of his academic accomplishments that the pursuit and attainment of scholastic success are within the reach of the students in this state; and

WHEREAS, this remarkable scholar has earned distinction through his superlative achievements at Darlington School where he is a gifted student and has been selected as Darlington School's 2012 STAR Student; and

WHEREAS, to be selected as a STAR Student for a high school, a student must have obtained the highest score in one administration of the three-part Scholastic Aptitude Test and be in the top 10 percent or top ten students of his or her class; and

WHEREAS, each school has one STAR Student who in turn has the opportunity to choose a STAR Teacher who has inspired and encouraged them throughout their high school career; and

WHEREAS, Jesse chose as his STAR Teacher Darlington School educator Mr. Kevin Hunt, who provided support and guidance throughout the years and encouraged Jesse to achieve his utmost potential; and

WHEREAS, Jesse has personified the selfless dedication, mental agility, verbal adroitness, and personal maturity necessary for superlative academic performance; and

WHEREAS, the State of Georgia looks with great anticipation toward the future of this bright and promising young citizen.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that the members of this body heartily commend Jesse Baker's spectacular scholastic endeavors, recognize him for being named Darlington School's STAR Student for 2012, and express their most sincere best wishes for continued academic success in the future.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Clerk of the House of Representatives is authorized and directed to transmit an appropriate copy of this resolution to Jesse Baker.