Georgia CommonsSR 178: Duncan, Catherine; commend
Last action February 13, 2025 · Senate Read and Adopted
A Georgia Senate resolution formally commends Catherine Duncan, a Lanier Middle School math teacher in Gwinnett County, for being named the school's 2024-2025 Teacher of the Year.
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In plain language
This resolution from the Georgia Senate honors Catherine Duncan, an eighth grade math teacher at Lanier Middle School in Gwinnett County, for being selected as the school's Teacher of the Year for 2024-2025. The text describes her seven years teaching at Lanier Middle School and ten years of overall teaching experience, and praises her work engaging students with innovative, real-life lessons. The resolution does not change any Georgia law. It is a ceremonial statement in which the Senate commends Duncan and wishes her continued success, and directs the Secretary of the Senate to send her an official copy of the resolution as a keepsake.
What the bill does
- Formally commends Catherine Duncan for being named Lanier Middle School's 2024-2025 Teacher of the Year.
- States the Senate's sincere best wishes for her continued success in teaching.
- Directs the Secretary of the Senate to prepare and distribute an official copy of the resolution to Catherine Duncan.
Who it affects
The resolution directly names and honors Catherine Duncan, an eighth grade math teacher at Lanier Middle School in Gwinnett County. It also references Gwinnett County Public Schools and the broader school community that recognized her achievement.
Why it matters
The resolution carries no legal or funding consequences; it is a symbolic honor. Its practical effect is limited to a formal Senate acknowledgment and an official printed copy given to Duncan recognizing her teaching achievements.
Key provisions
- The resolution's whereas clauses describe Duncan's teaching background, including seven years at Lanier Middle School and ten years of total experience.
- The resolved clause has the Senate commend Duncan and express best wishes for her continued success.
- A further resolved clause directs the Secretary of the Senate to make a copy available for distribution to Duncan.
From the bill
“the members of this body commend Catherine Duncan, Lanier Middle 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
- education
- teacher recognition
- Gwinnett County schools
- legislative commendation