Elbert County Comprehensive High School Chorus; commend
Impact
The bill serves to promote and validate the role of high school music programs in fostering community spirit and historical remembrance. By honoring the ECCHS Chorus, the resolution encourages support for arts education in schools and recognizes the importance of music as a unifying and commemorative force within communities. The recognition of student performance at a national level, such as the Pearl Harbor Commemoration, also aims to inspire other educational institutions to encourage similar aspirations among their student bodies.
Summary
House Resolution 659 is a commendatory resolution that recognizes and honors the Elbert County Comprehensive High School (ECCHS) Chorus for their participation in the 81st Pearl Harbor Commemoration in Honolulu, Hawaii. This resolution highlights the chorus's commitment to music education and their role in community events. It acknowledges their performances, which included singing 'America the Beautiful' during the Opening Ceremonies and the National Anthem at the Pearl Harbor Parade. Such contributions are seen as a significant recognition of both history and artistic expression.
Contention
Although largely a commendatory resolution, there may be aspects of contention regarding the funding and support for music programs in schools. Advocates for arts education may argue that while commendations are valuable, they should be accompanied by increased funding and resources to ensure that programs like those at ECCHS can continue to thrive. Additionally, discussions might arise on balancing the curriculum to provide adequate emphasis on both arts and academic subjects in schools.
Commending the Tolar High School band on its invitation to participate in the Pearl Harbor 80th anniversary commemoration ceremonies in Hawaii in December 2021.