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Senate Resolution 128
By: Senators Strickland of the 42nd, Hatchett of the 50th, Kirkpatrick of the 32nd, Cowsert
of the 46th and Jones II of the 22nd
A RESOLUTION
Recognizing February 12, 2025, as Early Childhood Education Day at the state capitol; and
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for other purposes.2
WHEREAS, the Georgia Child Care Association (GCCA) joins together with parents and3
organizations in the State of Georgia to recognize the value of early childcare providers,4
teachers, and administrators as well as honor their efforts in caring for the children of5
working families and delivering a quality early childhood education; and6
WHEREAS, high-quality early childhood education is a worthwhile investment in our7
children's futures that contributes to improved literacy and higher graduation rates while also8
promoting economic well-being across all communities and enhancing the future workforce9
of our state; and10
WHEREAS, Georgia has nearly 3,200 licensed early childcare programs serving over11
300,000 children, and early childhood education providers are critical to supporting the12
mental health of children and their families; and13
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WHEREAS, early childhood educators possess specialized knowledge in fostering the
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pre-literacy skills needed to achieve reading proficiency later in life, which is especially15
critical during birth to five years of age; and16
WHEREAS, the future of the State of Georgia and the quality of the early childhood17
experiences provided to young children today are inextricably intertwined, and supporting18
high-quality early care represents a worthy commitment to our children's futures.19
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE SENATE that the members of this body20
recognize February 12, 2025, as Early Childhood Education Day at the state capitol and21
commend the educators, administrators, and staff of early childhood education programs for22
their tireless efforts, innovation, and commitment to excellence.23
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the members of this body encourage policymakers,24
community leaders, and stakeholders to continue supporting early childhood education25
programs to ensure access, quality, and sustainability for future generations.26
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Secretary of the Senate is authorized and directed27
to make appropriate copies of this resolution available for distribution to the public and the28
press.29
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