Recognition

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Recognition

Since the very beginning, Texas Tejano.com has dedicated itself to its mission of championing Tejano heritage and legacy. The staff and volunteers are proud to provide the leadership to champion Tejano history and Legacy.

Many of the citations displayed on these pages are the result of Texas Tejano.com’s commitment to enhance, educate and celebrate the state’s Tejano heritage and culture. As such, we have offered a mix of educational programs, exhibits and special events that have benefited students and the general public.

“We believe that once people discover their history, it will lead to a positive identity within Texas history and lead to a pride in family that will strengthen society in general.” We are very honored
to have received the following for our efforts:

List of Awards
2010 “Award of Excellence in Preserving History” – Texas Historical Commission

2010 “History Advocate Award” – H.O.P.E.

List of City Proclamations
2006 City of Austin Proclamation
2006 City of San Antonio City Proclamation
2008 City of Alice Proclamation
2009 San Marcos Proclamation

List of County Proclamations
2005 County Proclamation
2006 Tejano Heritage Month – Travis County
2006 Tejano Heritage Month – Bexar County

List of State Proclamations
2003 Tejano Heritage Month – State Senate
2005 Tejano Heritage Month – Governor’s Office
2005 Tejano Heritage Month – House Resolution
2006 Tejano Heritage Month – State Senate
2006 Tejano Heritage Month – Governor’s Office
2006 Tejano Heritage Month – House
2006 Tejano Heritage Month – House Rep. Jose Menendez
2006 Tejano Heritage Month – State Senate
2006 Tejano Heritage Month – State Sen. Gonzalo Barrientes
2007 Tejano Heritage Month – Governor’s Office
2008 Tejano Heritage Month – Governor’s Office
2009 Tejano Heritage Month – Governor’s Office
2010 Tejano Heritage Month – Governor’s Office
2010 Tejano Heritage Month – Speaker of the House Joe Strauss

Organizational Proclamations:
2006 Buffalo Soldier Heritage Day Award
2006 Travis County Proclamation