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GA HR1940
Resolution
Status
Engrossed
4/20/2010
Primary Sponsor
Lee Anderson
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AI Summary
- Commends Mrs. Mattie Sue Edwards Whiddon for her contributions to education in Georgia and invites her to be recognized by the House of Representatives at a date determined by the Speaker
- Mrs. Whiddon, a native of Forsyth, Georgia, began her teaching career at age 17 in Monroe, Georgia, and taught in multiple Georgia communities before retiring in 1975, earning Teacher of the Year honors multiple times
- After retirement, she continued teaching evening GED courses and served as a test proctor for Fort Gordon's Department of Education and as treasurer for the Georgia Social Studies Organization
- A longtime member of Harlem Baptist Church, she served as chairwoman of the original building fund committee, has taught Sunday school since 1937, and had the family life center named in her honor
- Held leadership roles in numerous civic organizations, including charter member and past president of the Harlem Woman's Club, president of the Pioneer Garden Club, and director of the Columbia County Red Cross
Legislative Description
Whiddon, Mrs. Mattie Sue Edwards; commend and invite to House
Last Action
House Passed/Adopted
4/20/2010
Full Bill Text
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