Senate Resolution 957 By: Senators Anavitarte of the 31st, Bearden of the 30th, Dixon of the 45th, Robertson of the 29th, Dickerson of the 21st and others A RESOLUTION Recognizing and commending the North Paulding High School Varsity Competition Cheerleading Team for their outstanding athletic achievements, academic excellence, and service to their community; and for other purposes. WHEREAS, the North Paulding High School Varsity Competition Cheerleading Team achieved an extraordinary milestone during the 2025 season by capturing the Georgia High School Association Class 6A State Championship on November 15, 2025, marking the first state title in North Paulding High School athletics history; and WHEREAS, the championship performance also resulted in the highest score ever recorded in North Paulding High School history, with an outstanding score of 106.5, showcasing the team's exceptional skill, dedication, and preparation; and WHEREAS, the team was led by coaches Hannah Blue, Jordan Langston, and Paige Colon, whose leadership and commitment to excellence helped guide the athletes to historic success; and WHEREAS, the North Paulding High School Varsity Competition Cheerleading Team demonstrated excellence not only in athletics but also in academics, achieving an impressive overall team grade point average of 92.4; and WHEREAS, the program has established itself as one of the premier cheer programs in the region, earning three region championships and recognition as a Team of the Year finalist; and WHEREAS, members of the competition team also contributed to the North Paulding Game Day Cheer Program, which achieved an outstanding fourth place finish at the state level; and WHEREAS, beyond their athletic accomplishments, members of the North Paulding cheer program have demonstrated a strong commitment to community service by supporting fall athletic teams, volunteering at events such as West Ridge Night to Shine, assisting with Special Olympics activities, and contributing to community celebrations such as Holiday in the Den; and WHEREAS, the achievements of the student-athletes, coaches, and supporters of the North Paulding High School cheerleading program have brought tremendous pride to their schools, their community, and the State of Georgia while serving as an inspiration to future student-athletes. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE SENATE that the members of this body recognize and commend the North Paulding High School Varsity Competition Cheerleading Team for their outstanding athletic accomplishments, their commitment to academic excellence, and their dedication to serving their community as well as extend to these student-athletes, their coaches, and supporters their best wishes for continued success in all future endeavors. 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 the North Paulding High School Varsity Competition Cheerleading Team.