House Resolution 1262 By: Representative Jasperse of the 11th A RESOLUTION Commending Amanda Abbott, Pickens County 2025-2026 Teacher of the Year; and for other purposes. WHEREAS, a proper quality education for the young people of this state is the single most important objective of the General Assembly; and WHEREAS, nothing is more vital to the future of our state than the education of our young people, and Amanda Abbott exemplifies the selfless dedication that is characteristic of our finest teachers; and WHEREAS, Amanda Abbott is a highly praised educator of more than 24 years, tirelessly directing an extraordinary amount of time and talent toward guiding students to a brighter future; and WHEREAS, Amanda Abbott has earned distinction for teaching excellence as a result of her dedication to her students and her profession and has been honored as Pickens County2025- 2026 Teacher of the Year; and WHEREAS, in recognition of such remarkable contributions to the education and welfare of Georgia's students, it is abundantly fitting and proper for this body to honor the extraordinary accomplishments and academic achievements of this outstanding educator. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that the members of this body commend Amanda Abbott, Pickens County2025- 2026 Teacher of the Year, and express their most sincere best wishes for continued success. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Clerk of the House of Representatives is authorized and directed to make an appropriate copy of this resolution available for distribution to Amanda Abbott.