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Albert Shannon, market president of Frost Bank, and Billie J. Rinaldi, principal of Rosenberg Elementary School, were recognized at Thursday's "Hats Off" to Communities in Schools Starlight Award Benefit at the Tremont House Davidson Ballroom in Galveston. "Mr. Albert Shannon has been a supporter of Communities in Schools," said Juan Pena, president of the CIS Board of Directors, in presenting the Starlight Award," which is given annually "to recognize a person who has demonstrated exemplary service and commitment to the mission of our organization, and by making a difference in the lives of Galveston's young people." "This is a very memorable day," Shannon said in an emotional speech, noting that the event coincided with the anniversary of the Battle of San Jacinto. "I think what I have heard tonight is that there are a lot of continuing victories. These people exemplify those victories." Rinaldi was presented with the Shining Star Award "for her dedication and commitment to the student body in recognizing what a student's potential can truly be." Hyperlinks will work if this document is read Online
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