AL HR470

Commends Ms. Lettye A. Boyd for receiving a 2014 Rosetta James Foundation Pioneer Award, which recognizes exemplary citizens and service to the community.

Honors Ms. Boyd's 33-year career in education, including establishing Madison Cross Road School's first organized music program and leaving a significant mark on music education.

Recognizes her service as Choral Director and Minister of Music for First Missionary Baptist Church in Huntsville, Director of Alabama A&M University Alumni Choir, and Office Manager/Bookkeeper for Rocket City Charter Service.

Notes her affiliations with professional, community, and civic organizations including the Alabama Education Association, Alabama State Teachers Association, Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Inc., and her organization of Alpha Kappa Alpha's first Choral Ensemble.

Expresses the Alabama House of Representatives' deep admiration and appreciation for Ms. Boyd's hard work, ingenuity, and civic contributions that reflect honor upon the State of Alabama.