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File #: 260246    Version: 0 Name:
Type: Resolution Status: ADOPTED
File created: 3/19/2026 In control: CITY COUNCIL
On agenda: Final action: 3/19/2026
Title: Honoring the Schools and Principals of the Fourth Council District for Their Ongoing Commitment to Coordination and Staying Informed Through Monday Morning Roll Call Meetings.
Sponsors: Councilmember Jones, Councilmember Phillips, Councilmember Gilmore Richardson, Councilmember Landau, Councilmember Brooks, Councilmember Harrity, Councilmember O'Rourke, Councilmember Bass, Councilmember Ahmad
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Honoring the Schools and Principals of the Fourth Council District for Their Ongoing Commitment to Coordination and Staying Informed Through Monday Morning Roll Call Meetings.

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WHEREAS, The Office of Councilmember Curtis Jones Jr. convenes weekly Monday Morning Roll Call meetings at 7:00 a.m. as a forum for communication, and collaboration with school leaders throughout the Fourth Council District; and

WHEREAS, These meetings provide an opportunity for principals and school representatives to share real-time updates, discuss challenges, highlight successes, and identify areas where support and coordination with City government may be beneficial; and

WHEREAS, The consistent participation of school leadership reflects a strong commitment to transparency, accountability, and the academic and social well-being of students across the district; and

WHEREAS, Through these weekly gatherings, the Office of Councilmember Jones is able to maintain a deeper understanding of the conditions, needs, and achievements within local schools, ensuring that the voices of educators are heard and considered in policymaking and constituent services; and

WHEREAS, The collaboration fostered during these meetings strengthens relationships between schools, local government, and the broader community, contributing to safer, more supportive, and more effective learning environments; and

WHEREAS, The following schools and their principals and representatives have demonstrated dedication by participating in the Monday Morning Roll Call meetings, including Overbrook High School, led by Principal Julian L. Graham; Science Leadership Academy at Beeber, led by Principal Christopher Johnson; E. Washington Rhodes Elementary School, led by Principal Tiffanni Osborne; Guion S. Bluford Elementary School, led by Principal Tangela McClam; Cassidy Elementary School, led by Principal Dr. Herman Douglas Jr.; A. Phillip Randolph Career and Technical High School led by Principal Dr. Michelle B...

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