Portsmouth school board proclaims American Education Week for Nov. 17–21, 2025
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The Portsmouth City School Board unanimously approved a resolution recognizing American Education Week, Nov. 17–21, 2025, and reaffirming support for public education and professional educators.
The Portsmouth City School Board unanimously approved a resolution on Oct. 23 recognizing American Education Week, Nov. 17–21, 2025.
The resolution reaffirmed the board’s commitment to public education, urged continued local support for a high-quality education for every student, and noted the presidential proclamation designating the week with the 2025 theme “Together for safe, just and equitable schools,” the resolution said.
The motion to approve the resolution was made by Vice Chair LaKisha Atkinson and seconded by Quinea Futrell; the board heard no public discussion and approved the resolution by roll call vote.
Clarifying notes: The resolution language as presented cited a presidential proclamation (identified in the transcript as “5403”); the motion carried unanimously by roll call.
Ending: The board recorded the unanimous vote and moved on to subsequent agenda items.