Mississippi Legislature expresses sympathy for the passing of Dr. Rod Paige, former U.S. Secretary of Education.
Senate Concurrent Resolution 509 extends the sincerest sympathy of the Mississippi Legislature on the passing of Dr. Rod Paige, the nation's first African American to serve as United States Secretary of Education. The resolution pays tribute to his memory and legacy, highlighting his contributions as an educator, coach, and administrator who implemented the No Child Left Behind law. Dr. Paige, born in Mississippi, served as superintendent of the Houston Independent School District before being appointed by President George W. Bush as Secretary of Education.
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