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Senate Resolution 219
By: Senator Harbison of the 15th

A RESOLUTION

Recognizing and commending William Kershaw for outstanding contributions to public education in the State of Georgia; and for other purposes.

WHEREAS, Mr. Kershaw is a highly respected educator in the Muscogee County School System; and

WHEREAS, Mr. Kershaw's talent as a teacher is most evident in the fond regard of his fellow teachers, superiors, parents, and especially his students; and

WHEREAS, the contributions and achievements of Mr. Kershaw have been recognized by his selection as Teacher of the Year for Dawson Elementary School; and

WHEREAS, nothing is more vital to the future of our state than the education of our young people, and Mr. Kershaw exemplifies the selfless dedication which is characteristic of our finest educators; and

WHEREAS, Mr. Kershaw stands as a shining example of the important impact that the efforts of individual classroom teachers are making on the quality of education received by the children of this state, and it is abundantly fitting and proper that his superlative accomplishments be recognized appropriately.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE SENATE that this body hereby recognizes and commends Mr. William Kershaw; extends its congratulations upon his selection as a 2005 Teacher of the Year; and expresses its gratitude for the great credit this outstanding educator reflects upon his school and school system and the State of Georgia.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Secretary of the Senate is authorized and directed to transmit an appropriate copy of this resolution to Mr. William Kershaw.