IL HR1223

Congratulates James Rivers Thompson on becoming the first Labor Man of the Year Award recipient in the East St. Louis Federation of Teachers Local 1220 IFT/AFT AFL-CIO's history

Recognizes Thompson's service as a member of East St. Louis School District #189's Pupil Personnel Services Department in various roles including Principal, Supervisor, and Faculty/Staff Member

Acknowledges Thompson's 5-year service as staff coordinator for Senator James F. Clayborne's Mentoring and Enrichment Youth Program at East St. Louis Senior High School

Notes Thompson's community involvement including coordinating the District 189 Salvation Army Bell Ringing effort and volunteering on the Youth Annex renovation at the Village Theatre of Alorton

Directs that a suitable copy of the resolution be presented to James Thompson as a symbol of esteem and respect