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MS SC595

Concurrent Resolution

Status

Passed

3/1/2018

Primary Sponsor

Hillman Frazier

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Origin

Senate

2018 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Recognizes retired Clinton Public School District Superintendent Dr. Virgil Belue upon his receipt of the "Education Hero Award" from the Mississippi Association of Partners in Education
  • Dr. Belue served as Clinton's first superintendent from 1970-1992, growing the district from three to seven schools plus a vocational center
  • Eliminated both de jure and de facto school segregation by designing a single unified school system where students progress together from kindergarten through high school regardless of residence
  • Also taught undergraduate and graduate courses at Mississippi State University and Mississippi College, holding certifications in Social Studies, School Administration, and School Guidance and Counseling
  • Resolution directs presentation of resolution to Dr. Belue and the Mississippi Association of Partners in Education, with copies to Capitol Press Corps

Legislative Description

Recognize retired Clinton Public School Superintendent Dr. Virgil Belue for "Education Hero Award".

Last Action

Enrolled Bill Signed

3/1/2018

Committee Referrals

Rules2/13/2018

Full Bill Text

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