House Resolution 1535
By: Representatives Adeyina of the 110th and Okoye of the 102nd
A RESOLUTION
Honoring the life and memory of Dr. Ego Okafor; and for other purposes.
WHEREAS, Dr. Ego Okafor was a distinguished science educator in the DeKalb County
School District who dedicated more than 25 years of exemplary service to the students and
families of Georgia; and
WHEREAS, throughout her remarkable career, Dr. Okafor was widely respected for her
unwavering commitment to academic excellence, educational equity, and community
empowerment, fostering engaging, inquiry-based classrooms where students felt valued,
challenged, and inspired to reach their fullest potential; and
WHEREAS, she was a steadfast advocate for underserved students, working tirelessly to
ensure equitable access to educational resources and opportunities as well as leaving an
enduring mark on the countless young minds she taught and mentored; and
WHEREAS, Dr. Okafor's academic achievements reflected her deep commitment to
education, earning an education specialist degree in science education from Georgia State
University in 2005, a Master of Education in science education from Georgia State
University in 1999, and a Bachelor of Science with honors in zoology from the University
of Nigeria in 1978; and
WHEREAS, her excellence in teaching was recognized with numerous honors, including
Who's Who Among America's Teachers in 2002 and 2004, Georgia Earth Science Teacher
of the Year in 2004, Henderson Middle School Teacher of the Year on multiple occasions,
and the prestigious People to People Eisenhower Distinguished Educator Award; and
WHEREAS, beyond the classroom, Dr. Okafor was a tireless servant of her community
whose civic engagement reflected her deep belief in democracy and collective responsibility,
dedicating countless hours to educating residents about the importance of civic participation
and ensuring that every voice had the opportunity to be heard; and
WHEREAS, she demonstrated extraordinary compassion and leadership by assisting elderly
citizens with voter registration, patiently guiding them through the process, and on election
days personally organizing transportation and driving more than 100 seniors to polling
places, removing barriers and empowering them to exercise their fundamental right to vote;
and
WHEREAS, Dr. Okafor's legacy extended beyond her professional and civic
accomplishments, as she was a devoted wife of 41 years, a loving mother of two, and a
source of strength, wisdom, and inspiration to her family, instilling in them enduring values
of integrity, perseverance, service, and faith; and
WHEREAS, though she passed away a few months ago, her profound influence continues
to live on through the students she inspired, the colleagues she mentored, the community she
uplifted, and the family she cherished; and
WHEREAS, it is abundantly fitting and proper that this body honor the life and legacy of this
extraordinary educator, public servant, and community leader whose contributions have left
an indelible mark on the State of Georgia.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that
the members of this body join in honoring the life and memory of Dr. Ego Okafor and
express their deepest and most sincere regret at her passing.
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 the
family of Dr. Ego Okafor.