Alabama HR 153: Principal Perry Updike, commended

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HR153
MB26H11-1
By Representatives Baker, Hammett
RFD:
First Read: 04-Apr-24
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MB26H11-1 03/21/2024 LMG (L)lmg 2024-1262
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First Read: 04-Apr-24
HR___ COMMENDING PRINCIPAL PERRY UPDIKE FOR HER
CONTRIBUTIONS TO EDUCATION AND THE STATE OF ALABAMA.
WHEREAS, with great pride and special pleasure,
highest commendations are conveyed to Principal Perry Updike
of W.S. Neal Middle School for her notable contributions to
the field of education and to her community, especially the
City of East Brewton and all of Escambia County; and
WHEREAS, a native of East Brewton, Mrs. Updike
graduated from W.S. Neal High School in 2002; she
matriculated to Jefferson Davis Community College, now
Coastal Alabama Community College, for one year, then
transferred to The University of Alabama, where she earned
both a bachelor's and master's degree in secondary education
with a concentration in history; and
WHEREAS, Mrs. Updike has held numerous educational
positions throughout her career; she was a teacher at
Escambia County High School for three years; a teacher at
Brewton Middle School for five years; Assistant Principal at
W.S. Neal Middle School for one year; and she has been the
Principal of W.S. Neal Middle School since November 2020;
and
WHEREAS, Mrs. Updike's contributions to W.S. Neal
Middle School have been invaluable to the staff, students,
and parents; the teachers extol her visionary leadership
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and parents; the teachers extol her visionary leadership
that inspires innovation, fosters a culture of academic
excellence, and creates a supportive environment where
students and teachers can thrive; and they applaud her
investment in the success and well-being of every student;
her tireless efforts have positively impacted countless
lives; and
WHEREAS, Mrs. Updike's leadership extends beyond the
confines of the school walls; her active involvement with
the local community is well-known as she forges
partnerships and collaborations to enrich the educational
experience of her beloved students; and
WHEREAS, Principal Perry Updike is known throughout
Escambia County for her generosity of time and sacrifice of
self, her tireless work ethic, and her love of her hometown
schools and community; on School Principals' Day, May 1,
2024, we pause to thank her for her unyielding dedication
and determination to provide a successful and positive
learning environment at W.S. Neal Middle School; now
therefore,
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE
LEGISLATURE OF ALABAMA, That in tribute to her outstanding
leadership and commitment to W.S. Neal Middle School, we
commend Principal Perry Updike for exemplary dedication to
the field of education and to her community and we hereby
dedicate this resolution to her with utmost gratitude and
admiration, along with best wishes for continued success.
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