Four Schools in my district have been awarded the highly prized red-carpet award. Calhoun Academy, Concord Elementary, Hanna-Westside Extension, & New Prospect Elementary.

Whereas, (School Name) in Anderson School District 5 was one of only sixty-six South Carolina Schools to receive the highly prized Red Carpet Award, recognizing their success at creating family-friendly school environments and providing excellent customer service; and

Whereas, the Red Carpet Schools initiative was one of only two programs in the nation to receive a Distinguished Single Project Award from the National School Public Relations Association; and

Whereas, schools were judged on a variety of factors, including the exterior and interior of the campus, the way people were treated in person and over the telephone, and the information on programs available for families and visitors. Winning schools receive red carpets with the state seal to display in their lobbies, and they maintain their recognition status for a three year period; and

Whereas, (School Name)’s mission is to empower children to achieve their fullest potential through challenging, yet diverse educational programs in a safe, innovative, caring environment that prepares them to be lifelong learners and active, productive members of the community. Now, therefore,

Be it resolved by the Senate:

That the members of the South Carolina Senate, by this resolution, congratulate (School Name) for receiving the highly prized Red Carpet Award.

Be it further resolved that a copy of this resolution be forwarded to (School N