At the regularly scheduled board meeting of the Burton Independent School District on Monday, August 15, 2016, the Senate of The State of Texas Member Lois Kolkhorst presented Proclamation No. 497, prepared for the Burton High School Lady Panthers track team as an expression of esteem and in recognition of the 2016 University Interscholastic League Conference 1A state championship.
The Lady Panthers captured their second consecutive state title on the strength of the gold-medal-winning 4x100-meter and 4x200-meter relay teams. The 4x100-meter relay team established a new state record of 49.97 seconds.
These young student athletes have demonstrated great talent and perseverance over the course of the season, and team members can take pride in their outstanding performance.
Under the superior leadership and expertise of head coach and athletic director Jason Hodde, the Lady Panthers have developed exceptional teamwork and discipline.
Burton High School and the people of Burton are proud of the Lady Panthers for their hard work, their impressive skills, and their fine sportsmanship.
The Senate of the State of Texas hereby commends the Burton High School Lady Panthers track team on its successful season and extends congratulations to team members on winning their second consecutive Conference 1A state championship. Burton High School Panthers boy’s track and cross country athletes were also honored. 
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