HR0814 101ST GENERAL ASSEMBLY

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HOUSE RESOLUTION

WHEREAS, School principals play an integral role in the education and growth of children in elementary, middle, and secondary schools across the State of Illinois; and

WHEREAS, School principals are responsible for promoting education and building relationships with parents and teachers to ensure that each and every child receives services that meet their needs in order to excel in the classroom; and

WHEREAS, It is the primary responsibility of the State of Illinois to preserve and improve resources for schools so that all students have access to a quality education and foundation for a successful future; and

WHEREAS, The Illinois Principals Association, which represents over 5,800 educational leaders statewide, believes that learning is a lifelong process and that the education of our children is the highest priority; and

WHEREAS, For that reason, the Illinois Principals Association is dedicated to developing, supporting, and advocating for innovative school leaders; and

WHEREAS, Educational leaders face many challenges in supporting and educating our young people, and it is through their perseverance and passion that Illinois continues to produce quality, career-ready students; therefore, be it

RESOLVED, BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE ONE HUNDRED FIRST GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, that we declare the week of October 18-24, 2020 as Principals Week and Friday, October 23, 2020 as Principals Day in Illinois, to recognize principals and the Illinois Principals Association for all that they do to help our children learn and succeed; and be it further

RESOLVED, That we urge citizens to continue to support and recognize those who have a positive impact on Illinois students and the educational system in the Land of Lincoln; and be it further

RESOLVED, That a suitable copy of this resolution be presented to the Illinois State Board of Education and the Illinois Principals Association.