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MS SC533
Concurrent Resolution
AI Summary
- Commends the life and public service of Sharp W. Banks, Jr., Warren County Schools Superintendent who passed away on December 9, 2011
- Banks served as superintendent for 38 years and was known as "the father of the county schools," receiving the Golden Lamp Award from the state's School Superintendents Association as its first recipient
- Recognized for steering schools through enrollment growth in the 1960s and integration in the 1970s, retiring in 1987 and later serving as a Conservator for low-performing schools
- Banks was active in the community through the YMCA, Optimist Club, Chamber of Commerce, Historical Society, and taught Men's Bible Class at Gibson Memorial Methodist Church for 20 years; announced Warren County football games for 35 years
- Served in the Navy in World War II as Radarman Third Class, receiving the Asiatic Pacific Ribbon with four stars; survived by wife Winnie Rogers Banks and four children
Legislative Description
Commend life of outstanding Warren County School Administrator Sharp W. Banks, Jr.
Last Action
Enrolled Bill Signed
1/30/2012
Full Bill Text
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