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File #: 240438    Version: 0 Name:
Type: Resolution Status: ADOPTED
File created: 5/9/2024 In control: CITY COUNCIL
On agenda: Final action: 5/9/2024
Title: Honoring and congratulating the Educator of the Month, William W. Sax, for his dedication to his students at South Philadelphia High School.
Sponsors: Councilmember Thomas, Councilmember Squilla, Councilmember Gauthier, Councilmember O'Rourke, Councilmember Landau, Councilmember Bass, Councilmember Lozada, Councilmember Brooks, Councilmember Phillips, Councilmember Harrity
Attachments: 1. Signature24043800

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Honoring and congratulating the Educator of the Month, William W. Sax, for his dedication to his students at South Philadelphia High School.

 

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WHEREAS, William W. Sax is a dedicated educator currently teaching at South Philadelphia High School and serving as the building's union representative; and

 

WHEREAS, Mr. Sax graduated from the University of Pittsburgh with three bachelor's degrees in African-American Studies, Social Studies, and Secondary Education, as well as a master's degree in Rehabilitation Counseling, completing his undergraduate studies in three years and his graduate degree in just one year while also participating in football, wrestling, and track; and

 

WHEREAS, Demonstrating his passion for education and African-American history, Mr. Sax created the only African American museum inside a Philadelphia school district building, paying thousands out of his own pocket to establish this unique educational resource at South Philadelphia High School; and

 

WHEREAS, Mr. Sax has organized and funded numerous events, guest speakers, performers, and learning opportunities during Black History Month celebrations from 2020 to 2024 to enrich students' educational experiences; and

 

WHEREAS, Understanding the value of enriching field trips, Mr. Sax has taken over 5,000 students on educational adventures to Washington D.C., New York City, and other destinations; and

 

WHEREAS, Mr. Sax's unwavering commitment to his students, his profession, and celebrating the achievements of African Americans and people of color has been recognized through the prestigious 2024 Lindback Distinguished Teacher Award; now, therefore, be it

 

RESOLVED, BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PHILADELPHIA, That we honor and congratulate the Educator of the Month, William W. Sax, for his dedication to his students at South Philadelphia High School.

 

FURTHER RESOLVED, That an Engrossed copy of this resolution be presented to William Sax as an expression of the sincere respect and admiration of this legislative body.

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