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HR 2024

Commending Tamika Singletary-Johnson, Ed.D.

2026, 1st Special Session Introduced by Michael Feggans

The bill formally commends Tamika Singletary-Johnson, Ed.D., for her leadership and service in Virginia Beach education, recognizing her trailblazing roles and impact on student we

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Bill Summary · HR 2024

Summary of Bill HR 2024 (Session 2026S1, Virginia)

Title

Commending Tamika Singletary-Johnson, Ed.D.

Purpose and Intent

  • The bill is a House of Delegates resolution to formally commend Tamika Singletary-Johnson, Ed.D., for her service as an education administrator and community leader in Virginia Beach.
  • It recognizes her career achievements, leadership roles, and contributions to students, educators, and the broader community.

Key Provisions and Changes

  • Declares commendation of Tamika Singletary-Johnson, Ed.D., in recognition of her legacy of service in education and leadership.
  • Notes her professional background, including roles as an education administrator and principal at multiple schools, and her status as the first African American principal at Kempsville High School, Larkspur Middle School, Salem Middle School, and Tallwood Elementary School in Virginia Beach.
  • Highlights achievements such as transforming school culture, promoting student well-being, and earning distinctions (e.g., Virginia Beach Secondary Instructional Leader of the Year in 2023).
  • Acknowledges involvement beyond the school environment, including mentorship programs (Boys II Men), behavioral supports programs, community service, and leadership on equity and instructional improvement topics.
  • Directs the Clerk of the House of Delegates to prepare a copy of the resolution for presentation to Tamika Singletary-Johnson.

Who is Affected

  • Primary beneficiary: Tamika Singletary-Johnson, Ed.D., in recognition of her contributions.
  • Indirect beneficiaries: Virginia Beach schools, educators, students, and the broader Virginia community who benefit from leaders focused on equity, instructional quality, and student well-being.

Procedural and Timeline Aspects

  • Type: Nonbinding ceremonial resolution (commendation) introduced in a special session.
  • Prefiled: April 22, 2026; Offered to the House on April 23, 2026.
  • Sponsorship: Principal sponsor listed as Delegate Michael Feggans (co-sponsor); no fiscal impact or statutory changes are anticipated from a resolution of commendation.
  • Next steps: If adopted, the Clerk of the House will prepare and present a formal copy of the resolution to the honoree.

Additional Context

  • The bill serves as a formal attestation of esteem and public recognition rather than policy change.
  • It codifies appreciation for leadership and community service, potentially reflecting the values of Virginia’s education community and diverse leadership.

If you want, I can add a short background section on Tamika Singletary-Johnson’s career milestones from publicly available sources to provide richer context.

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