PROCLAIMING
THE MONTH OF MAY 2003 AS
SCHOLARSHIP
MONTH
WHEREAS,
National Scholarship Month was created in 1998 to raise public awareness about
the need for scholarships for postsecondary education; and
WHEREAS,
it is imperative that we continue to encourage our young citizens to excel in
their education and more importantly that we continue to pursue as many
resources as possible in order to provide them with every feasible opportunity;
and
WHEREAS,
Hilltop High School Dollars for Scholars and Castle Park High School Alumni
Dollars for Scholars are programs created by parents and community members to
provide scholarships to deserving students; and
WHEREAS,
the City of Chula Vista commends the parents for their dedicated efforts, the
many contributors for their financial support, and our students for their
outstanding achievements:
NOW,
THEREFORE, I, STEPHEN C. PADILLA, 38th Mayor of the City of
Chula Vista, California, do hereby proclaim the month of May 2003 as SCHOLARSHIP
MONTH in the City of Chula Vista, and on behalf of the citizens and the
City Council, extend our deep appreciation to the parents, student volunteers
and other local individuals, businesses and civic organizations for their
continued support.