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SR 1008: Kinsaul, Rachel; commend

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Senate Resolution 1008

By: Senator Strickland of the 42nd

A RESOLUTION

Commending Rachel Kinsaul, the 2026 Georgia Teacher of the Year, on being named a finalist for the 2026 National Teacher of the Year; and for other purposes.

WHEREAS, Rachel Kinsaul, an accomplished agricultural science educator at Morgan County High School, was selected as the 2026 Georgia Teacher of the Year, earning recognition for her outstanding leadership, dedication, and excellence in advancing student learning and success; and

WHEREAS, 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, bringing great credit to the State of Georgia and its public education system; and

WHEREAS, throughout her tenure as Georgia Teacher of the Year, Ms. Kinsaul has served as a statewide advocate for public education, amplifying educator voices and promoting meaningful, hands-on, career-connected learning for students across the state; and

WHEREAS, Ms. Kinsaul is distinguished for her ability to connect classroom instruction to real world experiences, particularly through agricultural education, project-based learning, and leadership development, preparing students to become confident, productive community members; and

WHEREAS, her work has strengthened agricultural education programs, expanded opportunities for students to engage in authentic problem solving, and inspired countless young people to discover their strengths and pursue purposeful futures; and

WHEREAS, Rachel Kinsaul's exemplary service, her unwavering commitment to Georgia students, and her distinguished representation of this state on the national stage reflect the highest ideals of the teaching profession.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE SENATE that the members of this body commend Rachel Kinsaul for her recognition as the 2026 Georgia Teacher of the Year and for her outstanding achievement in being named a finalist for the 2026 National Teacher of the Year as well as extend their sincere best wishes for her continued success. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Secretary of the Senate is authorized and directed to make an appropriate copy of this resolution available for distribution to Rachel Kinsaul.