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09 LC 94 1514
Senate Resolution 769
By: Senator Butler of the 55th

A RESOLUTION


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

WHEREAS, Forrest Smith is a highly respected educator in the DeKalb County School System; and

WHEREAS, the contributions and achievements of this distinguished educator have been recognized by the DeKalb County School System's selection of the Teacher of the Year for McLendon Elementary School; and

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

WHEREAS, the devotion to challenging and inspiring the future leaders of Georgia demonstrated by Forrest Smith is worthy of recognition.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE SENATE that this body hereby recognizes and commends Forrest Smith, Teacher of the Year for McLendon Elementary School and expresses its gratitude for the great credit this outstanding educator reflects upon the DeKalb County 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 Forrest Smith.