MS HR87

Commends Piney Woods Country Life School for producing the documentary "Sacred Soil: The Piney Woods School Story," which premiered on Hulu on February 23, 2024.

Congratulates the school on observing its 115th year anniversary of founding in 1909 by Dr. Laurence C. Jones.

Recognizes Piney Woods as one of America's oldest and last remaining historically Black boarding schools located 20 miles south of Jackson, Mississippi, serving grades 9-12.

Acknowledges the documentary's exploration of the school's students navigating academics, friendships, and racial constructs while highlighting the institution's mission of academic excellence and character development.

Directs that copies of the resolution be furnished to school President Will Crossley, J.D. and members of the Capitol Press Corps.