The resolution commemorates the 40th anniversary of the Intercultural Development Research Association's (IDRA) Valued Youth Partnership (VYP), a program established in San Antonio in 1984. The VYP is a research-based initiative that recruits at-risk secondary students to serve as tutors for struggling elementary students, fostering a sense of contribution and appreciation for education among the older students. Over the years, the program has successfully kept 98 percent of its tutors in school, positively impacting approximately 750,000 children, families, and educators. Participants have experienced benefits such as improved attendance, reduced disciplinary issues, enhanced academic skills, and increased likelihood of pursuing postsecondary education.

The IDRA VYP has gained international recognition, operating in various U.S. states, Puerto Rico, Brazil, and England. It has received numerous accolades, including being named a Bright Spot in Hispanic Education by the White House in 2015. The resolution expresses the Texas Senate's recognition of the program's significant contributions to reducing school dropout rates and providing leadership experiences for students. It extends best wishes for the continued success of the IDRA and requests an official copy of the resolution to be prepared as a token of high regard.