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MS HC111
Concurrent Resolution
Status
Passed
3/24/2011
Primary Sponsor
Willie Perkins
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AI Summary
- Commends Birdette M. Hughey, an Algebra I instructor at Greenwood High School, for being named the 2011 Mississippi Teacher of the Year and Teacher of the Year for the Second Congressional District
- Highlights her achievement of increasing the proficiency rate on the state Algebra I test from 51% in 2008-2009 to 86% in 2009-2010, representing over 30% improvement
- Notes that Ms. Hughey will receive a one-time $5,000 salary supplement from the Mississippi Department of Education and will represent Mississippi in the National Teacher of the Year competition in Dallas, Texas
- Recognizes her background as a Florida A&M University alumna and participant in the Teach For America Program who transitioned from corporate America to education
- Directs that copies of the resolution be provided to Ms. Hughey, the Greenwood Public School District, and Capitol Press Corps
Legislative Description
Birdette M. Hughey; commend and congratulate upon being named Mississippi Teacher of the Year 2011.
Last Action
Enrolled Bill Signed
3/24/2011
Full Bill Text
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