WHEREAS, Pierson Clair, Rebecca Dewey, Bethany Cruz, Kristina
Gundersen, Kathleen Klaniecki, Jennifer Kronvall, Shirley Lou, and
Amber North, students in Washington state, achieved national
recognition for exemplary volunteer service; and
WHEREAS, This prestigious award, the 2004 Prudential Spirit of
Community Award, presented by Prudential Financial Partnership with the
National Association of Secondary School Principals, honors young
volunteers across America who have demonstrated an extraordinary
commitment to serving their communities; and
WHEREAS, Pierson Clair of Tacoma, a silver medallion award winner,
established a chapter of Habitat for Humanity at his school and helped
to build houses for low-income families; and
WHEREAS, Rebecca Dewey of Battle Ground, a silver medallion award
winner, organized a workshop for 150 Girl Scouts to learn first-aid
skills; and
WHEREAS, Both silver medallion award winners earned this award by
giving generously of their time and energy; and
WHEREAS, Bethany Cruz, Kristina Gundersen, Kathleen Klaniecki,
Jennifer Kronvall, Shirley Lou, and Amber North also gave of themselves
and won bronze medallions; and
WHEREAS, The success of the State of Washington, the strength of
our communities, and the overall vitality of American society depend in
great measure upon the dedication of young people using their
considerable talents and resources to serve others;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, That the Senate congratulate and
honor Pierson Clair, Rebecca Dewey, Bethany Cruz, Kristina Gundersen,
Kathleen Klaniecki, Jennifer Kronvall, Shirley Lou, and Amber North,
show keen appreciation for their outstanding record of volunteer
service, leadership, and community spirit, and extend best wishes for
their continued success; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That copies of this resolution be
immediately transmitted by the Secretary of the Senate to Pierson
Clair, Rebecca Dewey, Bethany Cruz, Kristina Gundersen, Kathleen
Klaniecki, Jennifer Kronvall, Shirley Lou, and Amber North.