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SR 822: Smith, Dr. Anthony W.; recognize

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Senate Resolution 822

By: Senators Davenport of the 17th, Wicks of the 34th and Parent of the 44th

A RESOLUTION

Recognizing and commending Dr. Anthony W. Smith; and for other purposes.

WHEREAS, Dr. Anthony W. Smith has long been recognized by the citizens of this state for the vital role that he has played in leadership and his deep personal commitment to the welfare of the citizens of Georgia; and

WHEREAS, he has diligently and conscientiously devoted innumerable hours of his time, talents, and energy toward the betterment of his community and state as evidenced dramatically by his superlative service with Clayton County Public Schools; and

WHEREAS, as Superintendent of Clayton County Public Schools, Dr. Anthony W. Smith leads one of the nation's top 100 largest school districts and the sixth largest school system in the State of Georgia; and

WHEREAS, Dr. Anthony W. Smith is highly regarded as a dedicated leader with a transformative and innovative approach to education, designed to improve the educational experience and outcomes of all students; and

WHEREAS, Dr. Anthony W. Smith was instrumental in the re-establishment of the Clayton County Public Schools Foundation, which has raised millions of dollars used to support students by providing thousands of scholarships to graduating seniors and sponsoring numerous employee initiatives; and

WHEREAS, Dr. Anthony W. Smith further supports his community through civic and social activities, including being a member of the Masonic Order (Prince Hall) and New Hope Methodist Church as well as participating in the Stockbridge Jonesboro Alumni Chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Incorporated; and

WHEREAS, his efficient and effective commitment to excellence has been recognized by his peers through the many decorations and awards he has received, including but not limited to the 2015 Outstanding Servant in Educational Leadership Award from the Association of Christian Ministers of Clayton County, a Lifetime Achievement Award from the Clayton County Chamber of Commerce, as well as being named the 2025-2026 Superintendent to Watch by the National School Public Relations Association; and

WHEREAS, it is abundantly fitting and proper that the outstanding accomplishments of this remarkable and distinguished Georgian be appropriately recognized.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE SENATE that the members of this body recognize and commend Dr. Anthony W. Smith and extend their sincere best wishes for his continued health, happiness, and 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 Dr. Anthony W. Smith.