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House · Passed · 2025-2026 Regular Session

HR2092: HR2092 Goldin, Kelly; Model High School's 2026 STAR Teacher; commend

Last action April 2, 2026 · House Read and Adopted

A Georgia House resolution formally commends Kelly Goldin, a teacher at Model High School, for being named the school's 2026 STAR Teacher.

In plain language

This resolution is a ceremonial honor from the Georgia House of Representatives. It recognizes Kelly Goldin, who teaches at Model High School, for being selected as the school's 2026 STAR Teacher, an award given for excellence in teaching. The resolution states the General Assembly's view that quality education is a top priority, praises Goldin's commitment to her students, and formally commends her achievements. It directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare a copy of the resolution for Goldin. The resolution does not change any Georgia law, create funding, or impose any new requirements.

What the bill does

  • Formally commends Kelly Goldin for being named Model High School's 2026 STAR Teacher.
  • States the General Assembly's position that quality education is among its most important objectives.
  • Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare a copy of the resolution for distribution to Goldin.
  • Creates no new law, funding, or legal obligations, functioning purely as a ceremonial statement.

Who it affects

This resolution directly names and honors Kelly Goldin, a teacher at Model High School. It does not impose any obligations on other teachers, schools, or state agencies beyond the Clerk of the House preparing the commemorative copy.

Why it matters

The resolution has no practical legal effect; it does not change funding, curriculum, or teacher pay. Its significance is symbolic, giving public recognition through official legislative action to Kelly Goldin's achievement as Model High School's 2026 STAR Teacher.

Key provisions

  • The whereas clauses state the General Assembly's view on the importance of education and describe Goldin's recognition as Model High School's 2026 STAR Teacher.
  • The resolving clause formally commends Kelly Goldin and expresses wishes for her continued success.
  • A further resolving clause directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to make a copy available for distribution to Goldin.
  • The resolution contains no funding, penalties, or effective date since it makes no change to Georgia law.

Status timeline

  1. 2026-04-02House Read and Adopted (House)
  2. 2026-04-02House First Readers (House)
  3. 2026-04-02House Hopper (House)

Sponsors

  • Eddie Lumsden (R, HD-012)Primary sponsor
  • Matt Barton (R, HD-005)
  • Katie Dempsey (R, HD-013)

Topics

  • teacher recognition
  • STAR Teacher award
  • Model High School
  • education honors

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