House Resolution 969
By: Representatives New of the 40th, Kelley of the 16th, Gullett of the 19th, Smith of the 18th,
and Momtahan of the 17th
A RESOLUTION
Commending Shayna Harris, South Paulding High School's 2025 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 Shayna Harris exemplifies the selfless dedication that is characteristic of our
finest teachers; and
WHEREAS, Shayna Harris is a highly praised English teacher at South Paulding High
School, where she devotes her time and talents to guiding students to a brighter future
through subjects such as American Literature and Composition; Dramatic Writing for Film,
Television, and Stage; and Mythology; and
WHEREAS, she has earned distinction for teaching excellence as a result of her dedication
to her students and her profession and has been honored as South Paulding High School's
2025 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 Shayna Harris, South Paulding High School's 2025
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
Shayna Harris.