25 LC 129 0449 House Resolution 894 By: Representatives Carter of the 93 rd , Bazemore of the 69 th , Bennett of the 94 th , Wilkerson of the 38 th , and Howard of the 129 th A RESOLUTION Recognizing and commending Mikayla Arciaga; and for other purposes. 1 WHEREAS, March is celebrated as Women's History Month, a time to honor and recognize2 the invaluable contributions of women throughout history and across all fields and trades;3 and4 WHEREAS, Mikayla Arciaga's contributions to the community reflect the core values of5 Women's History Month; and6 WHEREAS, Mikayla is IDRA's Georgia advocacy director, working to connect parents,7 students, and community members with the resources needed to engage in the state8 policymaking process; and9 WHEREAS, prior to her service with IDRA, Mikayla spent five years as a high school math10 teacher and swim coach; and11 WHEREAS, she leverages her experiences as a teacher, coach, and mentor of young people12 to advocate for more diverse and inverse classrooms, that are safe and welcoming for every13 child and family; and14 H. R. 894 - 1 - 25 LC 129 0449 WHEREAS, it is abundantly fitting and proper that the outstanding contributions of this 15 remarkable woman are recognized during Women's History Month.16 NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that17 the members of this body recognize and commend Mikayla Arciaga for her unwavering18 dedication to her community and extend sincere best wishes for her continued health and19 happiness.20 BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Clerk of the House of Representatives is authorized21 and directed to make an appropriate copy of this resolution available for distribution to22 Mikayla Arciaga.23 H. R. 894 - 2 -