MISSISSIPPI LEGISLATURE

2001 Regular Session

To: Rules

By: Senator(s) Ross, Kirby

A RESOLUTION COMMENDING THE 2000-2001 NORTHWEST RANKIN MIDDLE SCHOOL CHEERLEADERS FOR WINNING THE MARDI GRAS CHEER AND DANCE NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP.

WHEREAS, the 2000-2001 Northwest Rankin Middle School Cheerleaders won the 2001 Mardi Gras Cheer and Dance National Championship; and

WHEREAS, on their way to the national title, the 2000-2001 Northwest Rankin Middle School Cheerleaders took top honors at the Mississippi High School Activities Association Central Regional Championships; and

WHEREAS, the 2000-2001 Northwest Rankin Middle School Cheerleaders won the Mississippi State Fair Middle School Cheerleader Championship; and

WHEREAS, although plagued by injuries, the 2000-2001 Northwest Rankin Middle School Cheerleaders persevered to win local, state and national honors; and

WHEREAS, the team members overcame adversity with the tenacity, determination, work ethic, team spirit and cooperative attitude that is the hallmark of champions; and

WHEREAS, the 2000-2001 Northwest Rankin Middle School Cheerleaders are: Stephanie Anderson, Carrie Annison, Hayley Barber, Kaitlyn Colson, Kayla Craft, Jane Kelly Howard, Casey Hubbard, Kelly Knight, Jessica Reedy, Mary Katherine Shipp, Mallory Simons, Mandy Slawson, Lori Sullivan, Alex Whitten, Julieanne White, Cayla Wilson and Becky Winham; and

WHEREAS, the 2000-2001 Northwest Rankin Middle School Cheerleaders were superbly coached and inspired by Missy Ross, sponsor; and

WHEREAS, the accomplishments, attitude and sportsmanship of the 2000-2001 Northwest Rankin Middle School Cheerleaders reflect great credit upon the individual cheerleaders and their sponsor; and

WHEREAS, it is the policy of the Mississippi Senate to recognize and commend the noteworthy accomplishments of the youth of our state:

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE SENATE OF THE STATE OF MISSISSIPPI, That we commend and congratulate the 2000-2001 Northwest Rankin Middle School Cheerleaders and Missy Ross, sponsor, for winning the Mardi Gras Cheer and Dance National Championship and wish them continued success in their endeavors.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That copies of this resolution be presented to Northwest Rankin Middle School, Missy Ross, sponsor, and each cheerleader.