HR 337 Summary

• Mourning resolution honoring Vera M. Thompson, born May 16, 1945, in Montgomery, Alabama, who was a dedicated educator and community leader.

• Mrs. Thompson earned a Bachelor of Arts Degree in English Education from Alabama State College in 1967 and a Master of Arts Degree in Education from Troy State University, plus a Master's Degree in Administration.

• Devoted over 40 years to public school education, earning Principal of the Year for the State of Alabama and mentoring countless students, faculty, and staff.

• Served as member of the Montgomery Industrial Development Board and was an active member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated, for over 50 years and the Elites Social organization.

• House of Representatives offers this resolution in tribute to her legacy and legacy of civil rights advocacy, education commitment, and service, expressing sympathy to her surviving husband Felton C. Thompson, two children, and one grandchild.