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      H.R. No. 841       R E S O L U T I O N          WHEREAS, The Southwest Independent School District Penguin   Project was honored with a 2025 Magna Silver Award at the National   School Boards Association annual conference, held April 4-6, 2025,   in Atlanta, Georgia; and          WHEREAS, Now in its third year, the Penguin Project is a   musical theater program that pairs neurodiverse learners with a   peer mentor who serves as their guide and partner throughout the   production; these students with exceptionalities are able to   showcase their abilities and passion in a supportive environment,   and mentors develop invaluable leadership and empathy skills while   gaining experience in community service; by creating meaningful,   inclusive opportunities for them to fully participate in the arts,   the program celebrates and empowers neurodiverse children; and          WHEREAS, A collaborative effort, the project also includes   parents, families, and teachers in every aspect of the production,   from costume and set design to emotional and logistical support   during rehearsals; in addition, the program has seen a nearly 100   percent retention rate of students returning for multiple seasons;   and          WHEREAS, True to its mission, the Penguin Project has helped   to build confidence, friendships, and a sense of belonging for many   young Texans, and it is indeed deserving of this prestigious honor;   now, therefore, be it          RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 89th Texas   Legislature hereby congratulate the Southwest Independent School   District Penguin Project on receiving a 2025 Magna Silver Award   from the National School Boards Association and extend to all those   involved in the program sincere best wishes for the future; and, be   it further          RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be   prepared for the program as an expression of high regard by the   Texas House of Representatives.     Lujan     ______________________________   Speaker of the House                 I certify that H.R. No. 841 was adopted by the House on May   23, 2025, by a non-record vote.     ______________________________   Chief Clerk of the House