Congratulating Izabella Paz Gutierrez on the occasion of her graduation from Antonian College Preparatory High School.

89(R) SR 636 - Enrolled version - Bill Text

SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 636

WHEREAS, High school graduation is one of life's pivotal

milestones, and Izabella Paz Gutierrez participated in that

joyful occasion with her graduation from Antonian College

Preparatory High School in San Antonio on May 22, 2025; and

WHEREAS, Izabella Gutierrez was born on Father's Day,

June 17, 2007, a fitting beginning for someone who has always

known how to make an entrance and leave a lasting impression;

from her earliest days, she has been a radiant presence:

kind-hearted, loving, intellectually curious, and blessed with

creative talent; whether in the classroom, on stage, or in her

community, she has brought passion, excellence, and compassion

to everything she has undertaken; and

WHEREAS, Ms. Gutierrez is the beloved daughter of State

Senator Roland Gutierrez and Sarah Sanchez Gutierrez, and she is

the cherished older sister of Victoria Pilar Gutierrez; her

family's love and pride in her achievements are boundless; and

WHEREAS, After beginning her educational journey at

Discovery School in San Antonio, Ms. Gutierrez's natural joy for

learning blossomed in a nurturing and imaginative environment;

she continued her academic and spiritual growth at St. George

Episcopal School, embracing opportunities to explore her

leadership, service, and creative gifts; during this time, she

learned the value of helping others by taking part in the Girl

Scouts of the USA; in addition, she participated in volleyball,

track, basketball, and drama, where she found her passion for

singing and acting; whether on stage or behind the scenes, her

talent for performing stood out, shining in such roles as Rafiki

in
The Lion King
and as The Witch in
Into the Woods
; and

WHEREAS, During her years at Antonian College Preparatory

High School, Ms. Gutierrez continued to thrive academically and

artistically; she was an active member of the drama club, further

showcasing her range and passion for performance in the

production of
Sister Act
and as Babette and Belle in
Beauty and

the Beast
, and her dedication and talent earned her induction

into the prestigious International Thespian Society; outside of

theater, she demonstrated skill and sportsmanship as a member of

the golf team, and she and her teammates competed in a number of

Texas Association of Private and Parochial Schools State

Championships; on the honor roll for nearly all of high school,

she was also inducted into the National Spanish Honor Society for

her academic excellence and love of language; and

WHEREAS, Beyond the classroom and the stage, Ms. Gutierrez

has given generously of her time and energy to the National

Charity League, showing her dedication to helping others and

giving back; and

WHEREAS, Ms. Gutierrez is not only a gifted performer, but

she is also a visionary with a heart for justice and change; she

has been accepted to The University of Texas at Austin, where she

will pursue a degree at the Lyndon B. Johnson School of Public

Affairs, preparing herself to be a leader who makes a meaningful

and lasting difference in the world; and

WHEREAS, Izabella Gutierrez embodies grace,

determination, creativity, and compassion, and she is a role

model to her peers and a beacon of hope for the future; her story

is just beginning, and there is no doubt that she will continue to

use her voice, her talents, and her heart to uplift others and

inspire change, forever guided by the love of her family; now,

therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th

Legislature, hereby congratulate Izabella Paz Gutierrez on the

occasion of her high school graduation and extend to her sincere

best wishes for continued success and happiness; and, be it

further

RESOLVED, That an official copy of this Resolution be

prepared for Ms. Gutierrez as an expression of high regard from

the Texas Senate.

Gutierrez

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President of the Senate

I hereby certify that the

above Resolution was adopted by

the Senate on May 31, 2025.

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Secretary of the Senate

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Member, Texas Senate