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GA HR1767

Resolution

Status

Passed

3/16/2016

Primary Sponsor

Mable Thomas

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Origin

House of Representatives

2015-2016 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Georgia House Resolution 1767, sponsored by Representative Thomas of the 56th district, recognizes and commends Woodie Persons for her contributions to education
  • Woodie Persons has served as director of the Gate City School of Excellence, a grade school in Southwest Atlanta, for 33 years, with an additional 12 years as a social studies teacher at the junior high and senior high levels
  • She holds a bachelor's degree in history from Clark College, a master's degree in African American studies from Atlanta University, and pursued doctoral work in American studies at Emory University
  • She plans to expand her program to include tutoring, Saturday Arts, debate tournaments, oratorical contests, career development, and STEM activities open to students beyond Gate City
  • The Clerk of the House of Representatives is directed to provide an appropriate copy of the resolution to Woodie Persons

Legislative Description

Persons, Woodie; commend

Last Action

House Read and Adopted

3/16/2016

Full Bill Text

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