HR385: HR385 Rise Augusta; recipients of the Georgia Reads Community Award; dedication to literacy advancement; commend

25 LC 112 3132 House Resolution 385 By: Representatives Newton of the 127th, Prince of the 132nd, Myles of the 126th, Howard of the 129th, and Erwin of the 32nd A RESOLUTION Congratulating and commending Rise Augusta, recipient of the Georgia Reads Community1 Award, for its dedication to literacy advancement; and for other purposes.2 WHEREAS, the Georgia Council on Literacy is dedicated to improving literacy from birth3 through adulthood and recognizes that communities play a critic al role in addressing low4 literacy rates; and5 W H E R E A S , t h e G e o r g i a R e a d s C o m m u n i t y A w a r d w a s e s t a b l i s h e d t o recognize6 communities across Georgia that have formed partnerships of two or more organizations,7 sustained for at least three years, with a strategic plan and m easurable results in literacy8 improvement; and9 WHEREAS, Rise Augusta has been a pillar of support for Richmond County students since10 1997, demonstrating an unwavering commitment to student success; and11 WHEREAS, in 2020, Rise Augusta transitioned from its origins as Communities In Schools12 Augusta-Richmond County into an independent, community-driven organization dedicated13 to addressing the unique educational needs of students in the region; and14 H. R. 385 - 1 - 25 LC 112 3132 WHEREAS, Rise Augusta has fostered meaningful partnerships with the Richmond County15 School System, CSRA Community Foundation, Regional Educational Services Agency, and16 the Jessye Norman School of the Arts to provide holistic educational support; and17 WHEREAS, these initiatives have led to measurable improvements in reading proficiency,18 ensuring greater opportunities for success in education and career development; and19 WHEREAS, the dedication and hard work of Rise Augusta and its p artners serve as an20 inspiration to others, demonstrating the power of community-dri ven solutions to address21 literacy challenges.22 NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that23 the members of this body congratulate and commend the Georgia Reads Community Award24 recipients, particularly Rise Augusta, for their exemplary serv ice and unwavering25 commitment to improving literacy in their communities.26 BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Clerk of the House of Representatives is authorized27 and directed to make an appropriate copy of this resolution available for distribution to Rise28 Augusta.29 H. R. 385 - 2 -