The House of Representatives of the 136th General Assembly of Ohio has adopted a resolution honoring the Oakwood High School speech and debate team for winning the 2026 Ohio Speech and Debate Association (OSDA) State Championship. This marks the team's second consecutive first-place victory at the state tournament, showcasing their dedication, hard work, and ability to meet challenges with enthusiasm and confidence. The resolution acknowledges the team's commitment to developing their skills and knowledge, which will benefit them throughout their lives.

Furthermore, the resolution commends the members of the Oakwood High School speech and debate team for their conscientiousness and responsibility as students. It expresses confidence in their potential to become future leaders, given their dedication to excellence and maturity. The House of Representatives looks forward to the team's continued success and has resolved to transmit a duly authenticated copy of the resolution to the team as a formal recognition of their achievement.