House Resolution 870
By: Representatives Ballard of the 147th, Williams of the 148th, Blackmon of the 146th, Jones
of the 143rd, and Dickey of the 134th
A RESOLUTION
Commending Jade Thomas, one of 10 finalists for the 2026 Georgia 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 Jade Thomas exemplifies the selfless dedication that is characteristic of our finest
teachers; and
WHEREAS, Jade Thomas is a highly praised Fourth grade English language arts and social
studies teacher at Lake Joy Elementary School, tirelessly directing an extraordinary amount
of time and talent toward guiding students to a brighter future; and
WHEREAS, Jade Thomas has earned distinction and numerous awards for teaching
excellence as a result of her dedication to her students and her profession and has been
honored as one of 10 finalists for the 2026 Georgia Teacher of the Year; and
WHEREAS, she served as a guardian of this nation's freedom and liberty with the United
States Marine Corps, valiantly and courageously protecting her fellow Americans; her
military experiences led her to become a co-founder of the school's Military Kids Club; 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 Jade Thomas, one of 10 finalists for the 2026 Georgia
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 Jade
Thomas.