HR1816: HR1816 Turner, Tatum; Excel Christian Academy's 2026 STAR Student; commend

This is a ceremonial resolution from the Georgia House of Representatives. It recognizes Tatum Turner, a student at Excel Christian Academy, for being chosen as the school's 2026 STAR Student, an honor based on scoring highest on the three-part Scholastic Aptitude Test among the top ten percent or top ten students in her class. The resolution also notes that Tatum selected educator Katherine Jones as the school's 2026 STAR Teacher, in recognition of Jones's support during her schooling. The resolution does not change any law; it formally commends Tatum Turner and directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare a copy of the resolution for her.

• Formally commends Tatum Turner for being named Excel Christian Academy's 2026 STAR Student.
• Recognizes Katherine Jones as the 2026 STAR Teacher chosen by Tatum Turner for her support and guidance.
• Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare and distribute a copy of the resolution to Tatum Turner.
• Expresses the House's best wishes for Tatum Turner's continued academic success.

This resolution directly names and honors Tatum Turner, a student at Excel Christian Academy, and educator Katherine Jones. It has no effect on the public at large or on any government agency beyond the Clerk of the House.

The resolution carries no legal or regulatory effect; it is a symbolic honor. Its practical impact is limited to the formal recognition given to Tatum Turner and Katherine Jones and the ceremonial copy prepared for her by the House Clerk.

• The preamble explains the STAR Student program, which requires the highest score on one administration of the three-part Scholastic Aptitude Test and placement in the top ten percent or top ten students of the class.
• The resolution notes that each STAR Student selects a STAR Teacher who was especially inspiring during high school, and Tatum Turner chose Katherine Jones.
• The resolved clause has the House of Representatives commend Tatum Turner and wish her continued academic success.
• A further resolved clause directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to provide a copy of the resolution to Tatum Turner.

1. 2026-03-19House Read and Adopted (House)
2. 2026-03-19House First Readers (House)
3. 2026-03-19House Hopper (House)

• Matthew Gambill (R, HD-015)Primary sponsor

• STAR Student
• education honors
• Excel Christian Academy
• legislative commendation