HR1964: HR1964 Crawford, Nury Castillo; commend

26 LC 129 1449 House Resolution 1964 By: Representatives Lim of the 98th, Lupton of the 83rd, Beckles of the 96th, and Clark of the 108th A RESOLUTION Recognizing and commending Nury Castillo Crawford; and for other purposes.1 WHEREAS, Nury Castillo Crawford is a first-generation immigrant , lifelong educator,2 author, and CEO & Founder of THE little BOOK SPOT; and3 WHEREAS, through her nonprofit, THE little BOOK SPOT, she tirel essly advocates for4 equitable literacy access, ensuring every child has the tools to succeed; and5 WHEREAS, her current work as an educational consultant focuses on the Science of6 Reading, implementing research-driven literacy strategies across the nation; and7 WHEREAS, as a published author, Nury Castillo Crawford uses bil ingual literature to8 celebrate individual strengths and the beauty of diverse cultures; and9 WHEREAS, during her tenure with Gwinnett County Public Schools, she proudly created10 and launched the Hispanic Mentoring Program; and11 WHEREAS, this initiative gained national recognition, highlighting the State of Georgia's12 commitment to inclusive student support; and13 H. R. 1964 - 1 - 26 LC 129 1449 WHEREAS, it is abundantly fitting and proper that this dedicated and remarkable Georgian14 be appropriately recognized.15 NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that16 the members of this body recognize and commend Nury Castillo Cr awford for her17 unwavering commitment to student success and literacy education in the State of Georgia.18 BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Clerk of the House of Representatives is authorized19 and directed to make an appropriate copy of this resolution available for distribution to Nury20 Castillo Crawford.21 H. R. 1964 - 2 -