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GA HR1232

Resolution

Status

Passed

2/20/2020

Primary Sponsor

Penny Houston

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Origin

House of Representatives

2019-2020 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Georgia House of Representatives recognizes and commends Cook County Schools and its Baby Hornets program for work on behalf of children, youth, and families in the state
  • The Baby Hornets program received the inaugural 2019 Leading Edge Award, a state-level recognition for innovation and community spirit in early education
  • The program targets underserved families with children aged 0-4 who are not enrolled in quality preschool programs, creating educational and social connections and providing storybooks to encourage reading at home
  • Cook County Schools partnered with Cook County Family Connection and other collaborative partners, with Superintendent Dr. Tim Dixon leading outreach to families before their children enter the school system
  • School systems across Georgia have expressed interest in duplicating the Baby Hornets program to enhance early childhood literacy efforts in their own communities

Legislative Description

Cook County Schools; Baby Hornets program; commend

Last Action

House Read and Adopted

2/20/2020

Full Bill Text

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