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A CEREMONIAL RESOLUTION
20-286
IN THE COUNCIL OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA
November 18, 2014
To recognize and acknowledge the tenure of Trayon White, Ward 8 member of the District of Columbia State Board of Education.
WHEREAS, the District of Columbia State Board of Education recognizes the stewardship of board member Trayon White for his dedicated service in improving educational outcomes for students in the District of Columbia since May 10, 2011;
WHEREAS, Mr. White has always been actively involved with community activities, starting with his work with the East of the River Clergy Police Community Partnership, where he served as an outreach coordinator, and extended through the establishment of a nonprofit where he was able to use his life experience to show young adults pathways to successful living;
WHEREAS, the Council of the District of Columbia acknowledges the outstanding service Mr. White has provided to the Ward 8 community in engaging government leaders and education stakeholders in furtherance of the vision that all District residents receive an excellent education;
WHEREAS, Mr. White was both a champion for finding productive, practical ways of reducing truancy, as well as a strong advocate for parent and home engagement; and
WHEREAS, Mr. White ended his duties with the District of Columbia State Board of Education on March 6, 2014.
IT IS HEREBY RESOLVED, BY THE COUNCIL OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA, that the Council of the District of Columbia recognizes and honors Trayon White for his service to the District of Columbia and Ward 8 and for his deep and abiding passion for youth with a commitment to programs and policies which affect the education of youth in Washington, D.C., traditional public and public charter schools.
Sec. 2. This resolution may be cited the “Trayon White Recognition Resolution of 2014”.
Sec. 3. This resolution shall take into effect immediately upon the first date of publication in the District of Columbia Register.
