HR19 Alabama 2021 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Dickie Drake

Republican

Session

First Special Session 2021

Title

Mt. Laurel Elementary School, commended

Summary

A House resolution congratulating Mt. Laurel Elementary School on being named a 2021 National Blue Ribbon School.

What This Bill Does

It would officially recognize Mt. Laurel Elementary School for its Blue Ribbon achievement, noting it was selected from 325 schools (including five in Alabama) and describing the award as based on academic performance or progress in closing gaps among student groups. The resolution dedicates the recognition to the school's faculty, staff, and students with admiration and regard. It is a ceremonial action and does not change any laws or policies.

Who It Affects

• Mt. Laurel Elementary School and its students, teachers, and staff receive formal congratulations and recognition.
• Alabama's education community and state residents acknowledge the school's achievement and the state's support for recognizing high-performing schools.

Key Provisions

• Congratulates Mt. Laurel Elementary School for being recognized as a 2021 National Blue Ribbon School.
• Acknowledges the school's selection among 325 schools, including five Alabama schools, and notes the award is based on overall academic performance or progress in closing gaps among student subgroups.
• Describes the Blue Ribbon Schools Program as honoring high achievement and creating safe, welcoming environments for students.
• Dedicates the resolution to the faculty, staff, and students with warm admiration and regard.

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Subjects

Resolutions, Congratulatory