LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION commending the Valedictorians of Andes Central
School, in recognition of their outstanding accomplishments

WHEREAS, It is the custom of this Legislative Body to honor the youth of
today -- the leaders of tomorrow -- whose character and achievements
exemplify the ideals and values cherished by this great State and
Nation; and
WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-
standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to recognize
and commend the Valedictorians of Andes Central School, in recognition
of their outstanding accomplishments; and
WHEREAS, Andes Central School's 2009 Valedictorians are Emery Brown
and Melody Grapes, both of whom are being commended for their outstand-
ing academic performances and exemplary achievements; and
WHEREAS, Emery Brown and Melody Grapes may now stand with pride as
they assess their achievements, experience the satisfaction of their
labors and the joy of their accomplishments, eager to face the new expe-
riences of a challenging world; and
WHEREAS, These exceptional students of Andes Central School represent
the best of developed potential inherent in our most precious resource,
our youth; their achievements have brought enduring honor to their fami-
lies and communities and should be recognized and saluted; and
WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to commend those
students of outstanding character, who have shown initiative and commit-
ment toward constantly pursuing higher goals for themselves, and acting
as role models of leadership to be emulated by their peers; now, there-
fore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
commend the Valedictorians of Andes Central School, in recognition of
their outstanding accomplishments, and to extend to them the best wishes
of this Legislative Body for a future of purposeful success and well-be-
ing; and be it further
RESOLVED, That copies of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Emery Brown and Melody Grapes.