2005-2006 Bill 5074: Jennifer Buffy Murphy - South Carolina Legislature Online

South Carolina General Assembly

116th Session, 2005-2006

H. 5074

STATUS INFORMATION

Concurrent Resolution

Sponsors: Reps. Ballentine, Huggins, E.H.Pitts, McLeod, Agnew, Allen, Altman, Anderson, Anthony, Bailey, Bales, Bannister, Barfield, Battle, Bingham, Bowers, Brady, Branham, Breeland, G.Brown, J.Brown, R.Brown, Cato, Ceips, Chalk, Chellis, Clark, Clemmons, Clyburn, Coates, CobbHunter, Coleman, Cooper, Cotty, Dantzler, Davenport, Delleney, Duncan, Edge, Emory, Frye, Funderburk, Govan, Hagood, Haley, Hamilton, Hardwick, Harrell, Harrison, Harvin, Haskins, Hayes, Herbkersman, J.Hines, M.Hines, Hinson, Hiott, Hodges, Hosey, Howard, Jefferson, Jennings, Kennedy, Kirsh, Leach, Limehouse, Littlejohn, Loftis, Lucas, Mack, Mahaffey, Martin, McCraw, McGee, Merrill, Miller, Mitchell, MoodyLawrence, J.H.Neal, J.M.Neal, Neilson, Norman, Ott, Owens, Parks, Perry, Phillips, Pinson, M.A.Pitts, Rhoad, Rice, Rivers, Rutherford, Sandifer, Scarborough, Scott, Simrill, Sinclair, Skelton, D.C.Smith, F.N.Smith, G.M.Smith, G.R.Smith, J.E.Smith, J.R.Smith, W.D.Smith, Stewart, Talley, Taylor, Thompson, Toole, Townsend, Tripp, Umphlett, Vaughn, Vick, Viers, Walker, Weeks, Whipper, White, Whitmire, Witherspoon and Young

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Introduced in the House on May 2, 2006

Introduced in the Senate on May 2, 2006

Adopted by the General Assembly on May 2, 2006

Summary: Jennifer "Buffy" Murphy

HISTORY OF LEGISLATIVE ACTIONS

DateBodyAction Description with journal page number

5/2/2006HouseIntroduced, adopted, sent to Senate HJ5

5/2/2006SenateIntroduced, adopted, returned with concurrence SJ6

VERSIONS OF THIS BILL

5/2/2006

A CONCURRENT RESOLUTION

TO CONGRATULATE JENNIFER “BUFFY” MURPHY, A FIFTH GRADE TEACHER AT IRMO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL IN SCHOOL DISTRICT 5 OF LEXINGTON AND RICHLAND COUNTIES, ON BEING NAMED SOUTH CAROLINA TEACHER OF THE YEAR FOR 20062007.

Whereas, the members of the South Carolina General Assembly are very pleased to learn that Jennifer “Buffy” Murphy was named South Carolina Teacher of the Year for 20062007 by the South Carolina Department of Education; and

Whereas, Mrs. Murphy, who grew up in LexingtonRichland School District 5 and graduated from Irmo High School, is a fifth grade teacher at Irmo Elementary School, where she began her teaching career six years ago; and

Whereas, after earning her bachelor’s degree from Clemson University, Murphy was called to teaching and obtained a master’s degree in education from the University of South Carolina and additional graduatelevel credit from the College of Charleston; she has made presentations at the state and national level on subjects ranging from literacy to technology; and

Whereas, Mrs. Murphy has not only further honed her skills becoming a National Board Certified teacher, but she has also shared her extraordinary talent and imparted her passion for teaching by serving as a mentor and adjunct professor at the University of South Carolina’s Professional Development School Network a partnership between the university and local school districts working to enhance the knowledge and skills of educators; and

Whereas, an exemplary teacher and leader in education, Mrs. Murphy approaches her career with unparalleled commitment and infectious enthusiasm; she is selfless in her devotion to her students and finds great satisfaction and value in building relationships with her students and their families; and

Whereas, upon joining the faculty, Mrs. Murphy quickly became a cornerstone of Irmo Elementary School. Through her innovative techniques and teaching philosophies, she not only motivates her students to become lifelong learners, but she also inspires her fellow educators to further their own professional growth and development; and

Whereas, Mrs. Murphy’s classroom provides an environment ripe for learning and a community ideal for individual growth. Mrs. Murphy is committed to helping every student succeed, and she validates each child from the moment he or she enters her classroom. Students not only get a firm educational foundation, they also grow in selfconfidence and selfworth and they learn by example how to value and respect each other; and

Whereas, it is with great admiration and appreciation that the members of the General Assembly recognize such an exceptional educator and South Carolinian, Mrs. Jennifer “Buffy” Murphy, upon being selected for this coveted award and extend to her best wishes and great success during her tenure as the state’s public education ambassador. Now, therefore,

Be it resolved by the House of Representatives, the Senate concurring:

That the members of the South Carolina General Assembly, by this resolution, congratulate Jennifer “Buffy” Murphy, a fifth grade teacher at Irmo Elementary School in School District 5 of Lexington and Richland Counties, on being named South Carolina Teacher of the Year for 20062007.

Be it further resolved that a copy of this resolution be provided to Mrs. Jennifer Murphy.

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