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SR 2071

Commending Michael Sidebotham.

2026, 1st Special Session Introduced by Tara Durant

The resolution publicly honors Michael Sidebotham for being named Virginia Principal of Distinction for 2025–2026, recognizing his exemplary school leadership.

Bill text as passed Senate (SR2071ER)
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Bill Summary · SR 2071

Overview

Virginia Senate Resolution 2071 (SR 2071), introduced in the 2026 Special Session I, commends Michael Sidebotham, the principal of Grafton Village Elementary School in Stafford County, for being named a Virginia Principal of Distinction for the 2025–2026 school year. The measure recognizes his leadership, contributions to education, and involvement in professional education organizations.

Purpose and Intent

  • Acknowledges and honors Michael Sidebotham for receiving the Virginia Department of Education’s designation as a Virginia Principal of Distinction.
  • Publicly expresses the Senate of Virginia’s admiration and gratitude for his work in advancing student achievement, instructional quality, and school culture.
  • Serves as a commemorative gesture, highlighting exemplary educational leadership and community impact.

Key Provisions

  • Declaration of recognition: The Senate commends Sidebotham “for being named a Virginia Principal of Distinction by the Virginia Department of Education for the 2025–2026 school year.”
  • Formal expression of appreciation: The Clerk of the Senate is directed to prepare and present a copy of the resolution to Sidebotham as an official expression of the Senate’s admiration.
  • Administrative details: The resolution designates the measure as a citation of commendation within the official records of the Senate.

Who/What is Affected

  • Individual: Michael Sidebotham, Principal of Grafton Village Elementary School (Stafford County).
  • Institutional/Professional: Recognition within the Virginia education community, including associations such as the Virginia Department of Education and related principal organizations.

Procedural and Timeline Aspects

  • Introduction: Introduced June 19, 2026, during Special Session I.
  • Status: Laid on the Clerk’s Desk on June 19, 2026; subsequently agreed to by the Senate by voice vote on June 22, 2026.
  • Sponsors: Primary sponsor is Senator Durant, with a co-sponsor listed (Tara Durant).

Impact and Significance

  • Formalizes statewide recognition of exemplary principal leadership.
  • May enhance visibility for successful school leadership practices within Stafford County and the broader Virginia education community.
  • Likely to serve as a public record of appreciation rather than creating new policy or funding obligations.

Note: This is a ceremonial resolution, not a bill that introduces or funds new programs. It publicly acknowledges an individual’s professional achievement.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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