SR128: SR128 Early Childhood Education Day; recognize February 12, 2025

25 LC 112 2819 Senate Resolution 128 By: Senators Strickland of the 42nd, Hatchett of the 50th, Kirkpatrick of the 32nd, Cowsert of the 46th and Jones II of the 22nd A RESOLUTION Recognizing February 12, 2025, as Early Childhood Education Day at the state capitol; and1 for other purposes.2 WHEREAS, the Georgia Child Care Association (GCCA) joins togeth er with parents and3 organizations in the State of Georgia to recognize the value of early childcare providers,4 teachers, and administrators as well as honor their efforts in caring for the children of5 working families and delivering a quality early childhood education; and6 WHEREAS, high-quality early childhood education is a worthwhile investment in our7 children's futures that contributes to improved literacy and higher graduation rates while also8 promoting economic well-being across all communities and enhancing the future workforce9 of our state; and10 WHEREAS, Georgia has nearly 3,200 licensed early childcare prog rams serving over11 300,000 children, and early childhood education providers are c ritical to supporting the12 mental health of children and their families; and13 S. R. 128 - 1 - 25 LC 112 2819 WHEREAS, early childhood educators possess specialized knowledg e in fostering the14 pre-literacy skills needed to achieve reading proficiency later in life, which is especially15 critical during birth to five years of age; and16 WHEREAS, the future of the State of Georgia and the quality of the early childhood17 experiences provided to young children today are inextricably intertwined, and supporting18 high-quality early care represents a worthy commitment to our children's futures.19 NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE SENATE that the members of this body20 recognize February 12, 2025, as Early Childhood Education Day a t the state capitol and21 commend the educators, administrators, and staff of early childhood education programs for22 their tireless efforts, innovation, and commitment to excellence.23 BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the members of this body encourage policymakers,24 community leaders, and stakeholders to continue supporting earl y childhood education25 programs to ensure access, quality, and sustainability for future generations.26 BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Secretary of the Senate is authorized and directed27 to make appropriate copies of this resolution available for distribution to the public and the28 press.29 S. R. 128 - 2 -