09 LC 94
0289
House
Resolution 189
By:
Representatives Wix of the
33rd,
Smyre of the
132nd,
and Porter of the
143rd
A
RESOLUTION
Recognizing
and commending Ms. Betty Gray; and for other purposes.
WHEREAS,
Ms. Betty Gray has dedicated an amazing 54 years molding young minds and
challenging students through her work in the field of education;
and
WHEREAS,
this highly respected professional educator and administrator began her career
in Cobb County, Georgia, teaching English at South Cobb High School and
continued to serve Cobb County schools as a high school counselor, the assistant
principal of Wheeler High School, and the principal of Sedelia Park Elementary
School; and
WHEREAS,
she believes that her continuing role as a teacher and administrator is to act
as an instrument of inspiration and enthusiasm to her pupils and to create a
positive learning environment through the encouragement of competitive instincts
in students and addressing the special needs of her students by painting the
picture of success; and
WHEREAS,
she has been committed to the education of children in Cobb County for the past
two decades, serving for four terms as a member of the Cobb County School Board;
and
WHEREAS,
Ms. Gray has long been recognized by the citizens of this state for the vital
role that she has played in the teaching profession and her deep personal
commitment to the education of the students of Georgia; and
WHEREAS,
in recognition of her contributions to the students in this state, it is
abundantly fitting and proper for this body to honor the extraordinary
commitment and accomplishments of this outstanding individual.
NOW,
THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that the members of
this body heartily and gratefully commend Ms. Betty Gray for her over five
decades of sacrifice, foresight, accomplishment, and contributions on behalf of
education in Georgia and for the positive influence she has had upon the lives
and futures of countless young people in this state.
BE
IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Clerk of the House of Representatives is authorized
and directed to transmit an appropriate copy of this resolution to Ms. Betty
Gray.