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RESOLUTION IN SUPPORT OF HOIISE BILL 326
WHEREAS, I Have a Dream Foundation-Fort Worth was created to
address the problem of youth dropping out of school and the first
class of sixth grade "Dreamers" was adopted in August of 1988 in
order that these students might have an opportunity to graduate
from high school and go to college; and,
WHEREAS, during the 1990-91 school year 180 students from four
schools are involved in the I Have a Dream project in Fort Worth;
and,
WHEREAS, House Bill 326 in the Texas Legislature addresses the
critical problem of the massive school dropout rate in Texas;
and,
WHEREAS, House Bill 326 will assist students at elementary or
secondary schools in receiving skills assessment, tutoring,
academic and personal counseling.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of
Fort Worth, Texas:
That the Fort Worth City Council urges the Texas Legislature to
pass House Bill 326 which supports students who are at risk of
dropping out of school to remain in school, graduate, and seek a
college education.
C1TY OF FORT WORTS