HR1265: HR1265 Duncan, Dr. Gloria; outstanding public service with Clayton County Public Schools; commend

This resolution is a formal statement from the Georgia House of Representatives recognizing Dr. Gloria Duncan for her work with Clayton County Public Schools. It lists her career roles, including English teacher, department chair, assistant principal, principal, and interim superintendent, and notes she currently serves as Assistant Superintendent of Professional Learning. The resolution also mentions her teaching work at Mercer University and the State University of West Georgia, her awards such as Teacher of the Year and the NAACP Image Award in Education, and her community involvement. It directs the Clerk of the House to prepare a copy of the resolution for Dr. Duncan. Resolutions like this one do not change Georgia law; they are ceremonial statements adopted by the legislature.

• Formally recognizes and commends Dr. Gloria Duncan for her service with Clayton County Public Schools.
• Lists her career positions, including English teacher, department chair, assistant principal, principal, and interim superintendent.
• Notes her teaching roles at Mercer University and the State University of West Georgia and her current title as Assistant Superintendent of Professional Learning.
• Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare and distribute a copy of the resolution to Dr. Duncan.

This resolution directly concerns Dr. Gloria Duncan and Clayton County Public Schools. It does not impose any requirements, costs, or changes on other school districts, state agencies, or the public.

The resolution has no legal effect beyond formally honoring Dr. Duncan's career. It does not change any Georgia law, funding, or school policy; its significance is symbolic recognition by the legislature of an individual's public service.

• The resolution's whereas clauses describe Dr. Duncan's career history and awards, including Teacher of the Year and the NAACP Image Award in Education.
• The resolved clause has the House of Representatives commend Dr. Duncan for her service to Clayton County Public Schools.
• A further resolved clause directs the Clerk of the House to provide a copy of the resolution to Dr. Duncan.

1. 2026-02-05House Read and Adopted (House)
2. 2026-02-05House First Readers (House)
3. 2026-02-05House Hopper (House)

• Rhonda Burnough (D, HD-077)Primary sponsor
• Eric Bell (D, HD-075)
• Sandra Scott (D, HD-076)
• Robert Flournoy (D, HD-074)
• Mekyah McQueen (D, HD-061)

• Clayton County Public Schools
• education honors
• legislative commendation