MS SC563

Recognizes the historical significance of Coleman High School (now Lizzie Coleman Middle School) in Greenville, Mississippi, which was among the first high schools for African-Americans in the Mississippi Delta and served as Greenville's main African-American high school until 1970.

Commends the Greenville Progressive Art and Civic Club for preserving the legacy of Lizzie W. Coleman, an educator whose motto was "Burn The Midnight Oil! Be Prepared!" and for whom "Lizzie W. Coleman Day" is observed on the third Sunday in February.

Recognizes the Progressive Art and Civic Club's founding in fall 1957 and its growth from 6 charter members to 30 active participants, as well as its membership in the State and National Federation of Colored Women's Clubs since 1959.

Acknowledges the club's community contributions including annual Lizzie W. Coleman scholarships, sponsorship of 6 youth groups, charitable donations to United Way, March of Dimes, Saint Jude's Hospital, and other organizations, and support for senior citizens and families in need.

Directs that the resolution be transmitted to the Mayor and City Council of Greenville, the President of the Progressive Art and Civic Club, and made available to the Capitol Press Corps.