Georgia CommonsSR 1008: Kinsaul, Rachel; commend
Last action March 23, 2026 · Senate Read and Adopted
A Georgia Senate resolution commends Rachel Kinsaul, the 2026 Georgia Teacher of the Year from Morgan County High School, for being named a finalist for the 2026 National Teacher of the Year.
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In plain language
This resolution is a ceremonial statement from the Georgia Senate honoring Rachel Kinsaul, an agricultural science teacher at Morgan County High School who was named the 2026 Georgia Teacher of the Year. The resolution notes that the Council of Chief State School Officers selected her as one of five finalists for the 2026 National Teacher of the Year. The resolution recounts her work connecting classroom lessons to real world experience through agricultural education, project-based learning, and leadership development. It does not change any Georgia law or create any new program. The Senate directs its Secretary to prepare a copy of the resolution for Kinsaul as a keepsake of the honor.
What the bill does
- Formally commends Rachel Kinsaul for being named 2026 Georgia Teacher of the Year and a finalist for 2026 National Teacher of the Year.
- Directs the Secretary of the Senate to prepare and distribute a copy of the resolution to Kinsaul.
- Creates no new law, funding, or requirement; it is a ceremonial expression of recognition by the Senate.
Who it affects
The resolution directly names Rachel Kinsaul, an agricultural science teacher at Morgan County High School. It also reflects on the Georgia public education system and the Council of Chief State School Officers, which runs the national teacher award program.
Why it matters
The resolution carries no legal effect and changes no policy, but it gives official Senate recognition to a Georgia teacher's national honor, publicly acknowledging her work in agricultural and career-connected education.
Key provisions
- The whereas clauses describe Kinsaul's selection as 2026 Georgia Teacher of the Year and her naming as one of five finalists for the 2026 National Teacher of the Year by the Council of Chief State School Officers.
- The resolved clause has the Senate commend Kinsaul for her achievements and wish her continued success.
- A further resolved clause directs the Secretary of the Senate to provide a copy of the resolution to Kinsaul for distribution.
From the bill
“the Council of Chief State School Officers (CCSSO) has named Ms. Kinsaul as one of only five finalists for the 2026 National Teacher of the Year”
Status timeline
- Senate Read and Adopted (Senate)
- Senate Hopper (Senate)
Sponsors
- Brian Strickland (R, SD-042)
Topics
- teacher recognition
- agricultural education
- Georgia education
- legislative honors