Recognizing and commending Harrison A. Neal; and for other purposes.

WHEREAS, Harrison A. Neal of Fernandina Beach, Florida, is a brilliant young scholar who has excelled in his academic achievements beyond all expectations as a fifth grade student in the public education system of Nassau County; and

WHEREAS, he participates in the gifted program at his school and is encouraged to progress at his own pace, and recent evaluations determined that he has completed the entire gifted curriculum through high school and that his math, science, and reading comprehension are estimated as equivalent to the post high school grade level; and

WHEREAS, Johns Hopkins University has been monitoring Harrison since he entered the 2nd grade, and his extraordinary performance continues to attract their interest in him while his dedicated teachers and family strive to offer new challenges and interests for him; and

WHEREAS, his tremendous ability, motivation, and discipline reflect honor and credit on his devoted parents, Don and Linda Neal, family, school, and community; and

WHEREAS, it is most fitting and appropriate that students who have exhibited such keen intellectual ability and commitment be properly recognized for their performance and their leadership and be encouraged in their quest for understanding and truth.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE SENATE that the members of this body recognize and commend Harrison A. Neal on his superb scholastic attainments and vast interests and convey to him their congratulations and best wishes in his future pursuits.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Secretary of the Senate is authorized and directed to transmit an appropriate copy of this resolution to Harrison A. Neal.