The Board of Education presented two resolutions to Charles County Public Schools (CCPS) students and staff at their Oct. 13 meeting. The resolutions are presented annually. The following resolutions were presented:

  • American Education Week; and
  • American Freedom Week.


CCPS celebrates American Freedom Week Nov. 9-13. During the week, schools give special recognition to those who serve the country and those who gave their lives to preserve America’s freedom and liberty. Special activities take place in all schools to honor and celebrate patriotism. Accepting the resolution at the Board meeting were Henry E. Lackey High School JROTC students Shawnteria Barbour, Rondrell Marshall and Alex Kearse. Board of Education Vice Chairman Michael Lukas presented the resolution on behalf of the Board.

The school system celebrates American Education Week Nov. 15-21. American Education Week provides opportunities to celebrate public education and honor those who make a difference to ensure that every child receives a quality education. Accepting the resolution at the Board meeting were Student Board Member and Westlake High School junior Alton Pearson Benson and William McLaughlin, an electrician with CCPS and president of the American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees (AFSCME) employee union. Board Chairman Virginia McGraw presented the resolution on behalf of the Board.

The Board of Education presented a resolution for American Education Week at their Oct. 13 meeting. Charles County Public Schools (CCPS) highlights American Education Week during the week of Nov. 15-21 to promote public education and those who make a difference in the lives of children. Board of Education Chairman Virginia McGraw, right, presented the resolution to Alton Pearson Benson, Student Board Member and Westlake High School junior, center, and William McLaughlin, an electrician with CCPS and president of the American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees (AFSCME) employee union, left. The resolution is presented annually.

The Board of Education presented a resolution during their Oct. 13 meeting for American Freedom Week, highlighted by Charles County Public Schools during the week of Nov. 9-13 to honor those who serve the United States. Board of Education Vice Chairman Michael Lukas, far left, presented the resolution to Henry E. Lackey High School seniors and JROTC cadets, from left, Shawnteria Barbour, Rondrell Marshall and Alex Kearse. The resolution is presented annually.