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Board proclaims hometown poet LaToya Fason Virginia Poet Laureate
Summary
The board presented a proclamation celebrating Dr. LaToya Fason's designation as Poet Laureate of Virginia, citing her Southampton County roots and contributions to education and literature.
The Southampton County School Board used part of its Aug. 10 meeting to formally recognize Dr. LaToya Fason after her designation as Poet Laureate of Virginia. Dr. Thompson read a proclamation detailing Fason's ties to the division, her career as a poet and educator, and the pride the county takes in her achievement.
"We proudly recognize and congratulate doctor LaToya Fason upon her designation as Poet Laureate of Virginia and celebrate this historic and distinguished achievement with her family, friends, educators, classmates, students, and the entire Southampton County community," Dr. Thompson said while reading the proclamation. Board members offered congratulations and described the recognition as an inspiration for students in the division.
