SR737: SR737 Pace, III, Dr. John; recognize

26 LC 129 0742 Senate Resolution 737 By: Senators Jones of the 10th, Strickland of the 42nd, Anderson of the 43rd, Davenport of the 17th, Williams of the 25th and others A RESOLUTION Recognizing and commending Dr. John Pace, III, on his outstandi ng public service as a1 superintendent of Henry County Schools; and for other purposes.2 WHEREAS, Dr. John Pace, III, has long been recognized by the citizens of this state for the3 vital role that he has played in leadership and his deep personal commitment to the education4 of students in Henry County, Georgia; and5 WHEREAS, Dr. Pace’s prestigious career began in the classroom as a music instructor, jazz6 band director, and co-concert and marching band director for Miami Norland Senior High7 School; he later held roles including Chief Operating Officer of School Operations, region8 superintendent, administrative director of the Education Transformation Office, principal of9 Myrtle Grove K-8 Center, and assistant principal of Norland Elementary School; and 10 WHEREAS, since his appointment as superintendent in September 2024, Dr. Pace has made11 a significant and lasting impact on Henry County Schools; and12 WHEREAS, he has placed emphasis on the importance of data-drive n leadership to13 accelerate achievement and invested time in rallying the commun ity around the power of14 public education in Henry County; and15 S. R. 737 - 1 - 26 LC 129 0742 WHEREAS, Dr. Pace implemented regular P.O.W.E.R. (Priority Outc omes Wielding16 Exceptional Results) Forums, which bring together all principals and district leadership to17 share accountability around monitoring data and removing any ba rriers to student18 achievement; and 19 WHEREAS, he also launched his weekly “Catch the Pace” video series, which has garnered20 tens of thousands of views across district social media channels to engage students, families,21 staff, and community in topics of interest to all Henry County Schools stakeholders; and22 WHEREAS, Dr. Pace’s significant organizational and leadership talents, extensive career in23 public education, remarkable patience and diplomacy, and keen sense of vision have earned24 him the respect and admiration of his colleagues and associates; and25 WHEREAS, Dr. Pace serves with honor and distinction with Henry County Schools, and his26 vision and unyielding commitment to student success have set the standard for public service.27 NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE SENATE that the members of this body28 recognize and commend Dr. John Pace, III, for his efficient, ef fective, unselfish, and29 dedicated public service to the state of Georgia and extend the most sincere best wishes for30 continued health and happiness.31 BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Secretary of the Senate is authorized and directed32 to make an appropriate copy of this resolution available for distribution to Dr. John Pace, III.33 S. R. 737 - 2 -