State of South Dakota  
EIGHTY-EIGHTH SESSION
LEGISLATIVE ASSEMBLY, 2013  

563U0776   HOUSE COMMEMORATION   NO.  1027  

Introduced by:    Representatives Schrempp, Bartling, Feickert, Feinstein, Gibson, Hawks, Hawley, Heinert, Hunhoff (Bernie), Killer, Kirschman, Kopp, Olson (Betty), Parsley, Peterson, Ring, Soli, Tyler, Verchio, and Wismer and Senators Maher, Bradford, Lucas, and Sutton
 

        A LEGISLATIVE COMMEMORATION, Honoring Hannah Higdon of Dupree, South Dakota, as a distinguished finalist for a Prudential Spirit of Community Award.

    WHEREAS, Hannah Higdon of Dupree, South Dakota, a sophomore at Dupree High School, has achieved national recognition for exemplary volunteer service by being a distinguished finalist for the 2013 Prudential Spirit of Community Award; and

    WHEREAS, this prestigious award, presented by Prudential Financial in 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, Hannah Higdon earned this honor by giving generously of her time and energy to local elementary cheerleading squads and dance teams by holding weekly practices, choreographing routines, and performing with the groups at special events. With help from her supervisors and fellow high school cheerleaders, Hannah created a DVD for the cheerleaders to practice at home; and

    WHEREAS, the success of the State of South Dakota, the strength of our communities, and the overall vitality of American society depend, in great measure, upon the dedication of young people like Hannah Higdon who use their considerable talents and resources to serve others:

    NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT COMMEMORATED, by the Eighty-Eighth Legislature of the State of South Dakota, that the Legislature congratulates Hannah Higdon as a distinguished finalist for a Prudential Spirit of Community Award, recognizes her outstanding record of volunteer service, peer leadership, and community spirit and extends best wishes for her continued success and happiness.