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MS SC593

Concurrent Resolution

Official Source

Status

Passed

3/8/2016

Primary Sponsor

Sampson Jackson

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Origin

Senate

2016 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Recognizes Cynthia Magee as the first African-American elected to a county office in Walthall County and the first female Superintendent of Education in the county's 100-year history
  • Acknowledges her 16 years as a special education classroom teacher and 22 years as a high school administrator, including service as Principal of Tylertown High School
  • Honors her implementation of educational programs including GED, in-school suspension, Ramp-Up to Math and Reading, junior ROTC, and expansion of female athletic offerings at Tylertown High School
  • Notes her community involvement including membership in Brandon Bay United Methodist Church, Boys and Girls Club Board, Rotary Club, and professional education associations
  • Extends best wishes to Mrs. Magee and her family on the occasion of her retirement

Legislative Description

Recognize educational and political legacy of Cynthia Magee as first African-American Superintendent of Education in Walthall County.

Last Action

Enrolled Bill Signed

3/8/2016

Committee Referrals

Rules2/19/2016

Full Bill Text

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