Bill Text: GA SR636 | 2011-2012 | Regular Session | Enrolled

Georgia Senate Resolution 636 (Prior Session Legislation)

Enrolled

Bill Title: Trower, Jake; STAR Student; commend

Spectrum: Partisan Bill (Republican 1-0)

Status: (Passed) 2011-04-14 - Senate Read and Adopted [SR636 Detail]

Download: Georgia-2011-SR636-Enrolled.html

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Senate Resolution 636

By: Senator Ligon, Jr. of the 3rd

A RESOLUTION

Commending Jake Trower, Camden County High School's 2011 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, Jake Trower 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 Camden County High School where he is a gifted student and has been selected as Camden County High School's 2011 STAR Student; and

WHEREAS, Jake has also earned distinction as the STAR Student for his 11-county region and will go on to compete for the state title; 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 new three-part Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT) 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 that has inspired and encouraged them throughout their high school career; and

WHEREAS, Jake chose as his STAR teacher Camden County High School educator Ms. Susan McMurray, who provided support and guidance throughout the years and encouraged Jake to achieve his utmost potential; and

WHEREAS, Jake is a member of Camden County High School's cross-country team, posting personal bests of 5:36.25 in the 1600 meter run and 21:10:00 in the 5000 meter run; and

WHEREAS, he 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 SENATE that the members of this body heartily commend Jake Trower's spectacular scholastic endeavors, recognize him for being named Camden County High School's STAR Student for 2011, and express their most sincere best wishes for continued academic success in the future.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Secretary of the Senate is authorized and directed to transmit an appropriate copy of this resolution to Jake Trower.