Georgia CommonsSR 176: Wood, Laura; commend
Last action February 13, 2025 · Senate Read and Adopted
A Georgia Senate resolution commends Laura Wood, an orchestra teacher at Lanier High School in Gwinnett County, for being named the school's 2024-2025 Teacher of the Year.
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In plain language
This is a ceremonial resolution from the Georgia Senate rather than a bill that changes state law. It honors Laura Wood, who has taught ninth through twelfth grade orchestra at Lanier High School in Gwinnett County for four years and has 21 years of teaching experience overall. The resolution describes her work engaging students with innovative, real-life lessons and helping them develop critical thinking skills. The resolution formally states that the Senate commends Wood for being named Lanier High School's Teacher of the Year for 2024-2025 and wishes her continued success. It also directs the Secretary of the Senate to prepare a copy of the resolution for distribution to Wood as a keepsake recognizing the honor.
What the bill does
- Formally commends Laura Wood for being named Lanier High School's 2024-2025 Teacher of the Year.
- States the Senate's recognition of her 21 years of teaching experience and four years teaching orchestra at Lanier High School.
- Directs the Secretary of the Senate to prepare a copy of the resolution for distribution to Laura Wood.
Who it affects
This resolution directly names and honors Laura Wood, a teacher at Lanier High School in Gwinnett County. It also involves the Georgia Senate and its Secretary, who is tasked with distributing a copy of the resolution to her.
Why it matters
The resolution carries no legal or funding effect; it does not change any Georgia law, create programs, or allocate money. Its practical effect is a formal, public statement of recognition from the state Senate for one educator's work and achievement.
Key provisions
- The whereas clauses describe Laura Wood's teaching background, including 21 years of experience and four years at Lanier High School.
- The resolved clause formally commends Wood and expresses the Senate's best wishes for her continued success.
- A further resolved clause directs the Secretary of the Senate to make a copy available for distribution to Wood.
From the bill
“the members of this body commend Laura Wood, Lanier High School's 2024-2025 Teacher of the Year, and express their most sincere best wishes for continued success”
Status timeline
- Senate Read and Adopted (Senate)
- Senate Hopper (Senate)
Sponsors
- Shawn Still (R, SD-048)
- Clint Dixon (R, SD-045)
- Sheikh Rahman (D, SD-005)
- Nikki Merritt (D, SD-009)
- Randal Mangham (D, SD-055)
- Bill Cowsert (R, SD-046)
Topics
- teacher recognition
- Gwinnett County schools
- education awards
- Georgia Senate resolution