The students and faculty at Murray High School in Murray, UT, held a pep rally on campus today in honor of one of their own -- DAVID ARCHULETA -- who last night performed the BEATLES' "The Long and Winding Road." "American Idol" judge SIMON COWELL rated it "amazing."

Today, David's mom was presented with a certificate from the Utah State Legislature, which read: "For providing a positive role model while working to fulfill your dreams" -- and stating their belief that he would be the next "American Idol."