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Senate
Resolution 688
By:
Senators Golden of the 8th, Shafer of the 48th, Powell of the 23rd, Cagle of the
49th, Heath of the 31st and others
A
RESOLUTION
Recognizing
January 30, 2006, as Capitol Tech Day; and for other purposes.
WHEREAS,
rapid and constant innovations in our society have dramatically altered today's
economy, demanding a workforce that is prepared to meet the technological needs
of the 21st Century; and
WHEREAS,
given these recent advances, it is imperative that our students are given the
opportunity to gain technological skills that will foster productivity in
business and industry and that will support our state's leadership in the global
marketplace; and
WHEREAS,
strong technology training in our classrooms will mean more opportunities for
our children and a greater appeal for national and international businesses
considering establishing headquarters in Georgia; and
WHEREAS,
technology integrated classrooms give students the chance to apply all kinds of
skills, including reading, writing, science, and mathematics, to real world
situations and strengthen their understanding of the connection between what
they learn in school and the demands of the workplace; and
WHEREAS,
on Capitol Tech Day, technology students, leaders, providers, and supporters
come together for the purpose of sharing information, exchanging ideas and
research, and planning for future technology literacy initiatives.
NOW,
THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE SENATE that the members of this body join
together in recognizing January 30, 2006, as Capitol Tech Day in Georgia and
encourage all Georgians to explore the advantages of greater technology literacy
for the 21st Century.