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HR103
KHHEH5U-1
By Representatives Jackson, McCampbell, Sellers, Hendrix,
Daniels
RFD:
First Read: 27-Feb-25
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First Read: 27-Feb-25
HR___ HONORING WOODIE PUGH FOR HIS DISTINGUISHED SERVICE TO
EDUCATION AND PUBLIC SERVICE.
WHEREAS, it is with great pride and appreciation that
we recognize Woodie Pugh, a consummate public servant whose
dedication to education and public service has positively
impacted Clarke County, the State of Alabama, and beyond for
over five decades; and
WHEREAS, Woodie Pugh is a trailblazer in Clarke
County, having served as the county's first Black
Superintendent of Education and the first Black individual
to be elected to a countywide office in 2008; and
WHEREAS, he devoted 30 years of service to Clarke
County's school system, initially as an agribusiness
education teacher at Clarke County High School from 1979
until his retirement in December 2007; and
WHEREAS, before running for Superintendent, he
expanded his impact in education as Assistant Principal,
Athletic Director, and Day Care Coordinator at West
Oktibbeha County High School in Maben, Mississippi; and
WHEREAS, he served as Superintendent of Education for
Clarke County from January 2009 to December 2012 and later
provided interim leadership as Superintendent for Wilcox
County in 2013 and Conecuh County in 2015; and
WHEREAS, his influence extended beyond administrative
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WHEREAS, his influence extended beyond administrative
roles, as he was a committed mentor and leader in Future
Farmers of America and a presenter for the Alabama Global
Vision in 1997; and
WHEREAS, his excellence in teaching was recognized
when he was named Walmart Teacher of the Year in 2000,
underscoring his dedication to student success and
educational development; and
WHEREAS, he has contributed to his community through
service on the Clarke Educators Federal Credit Union Board
of Directors and the Children's Center of Clarke County,
Incorporated, as well as through his role as a Selective
Service Board Member; and
WHEREAS, he has exemplified strong leadership in
civic and fraternal organizations, serving as Masonic Grand
District Deputy for Clarke, Monroe, and Wilcox Counties from
2007 to 2015, a member of Abraham Consistory 257, Valley of
Demopolis, and holding the esteemed positions of Most Wise
from 2016 to 2024 and Commander in Chief of Abraham 257 as
of December 2024; and
WHEREAS, his commitment to service extends to his
past roles as Past Worshipful Master, Past Vice President of
Men Making a Difference Social and Saving Club, and a
devoted member of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Incorporated;
and
WHEREAS, a proud native of Coffeeville, Alabama, he
is the son of the late Mr. Woodie and Mrs. Viola Pugh, and
the proud father of two daughters, Stacey and Kim, as well
as a cherished grandfather to three grandchildren, Jaison,
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as a cherished grandfather to three grandchildren, Jaison,
Jaden, and Jordan; and
WHEREAS, he is an accomplished scholar and lifelong
learner, having earned degrees from Alabama A&M University
in Huntsville and Alabama State University in Montgomery;
and
WHEREAS, on the occasion of Kappa Alpha Psi Day at
the Alabama State Capitol, it is both fitting and a
privilege to commend Woodie Pugh for his unwavering
dedication to education, community service, and leadership;
now therefore,
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE
LEGISLATURE OF ALABAMA , That highest commendation and
deepest gratitude are expressed to Woodie Pugh for his
exemplary service and outstanding contributions to the State
of Alabama.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That a copy of this
resolution be presented to Woodie Pugh as a token of our
admiration and appreciation.
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