The resolution recognizes McGehee Elementary School for being awarded the title of Exemplary Achievement Gap Closing Schools National Blue Ribbon School by the United States Department of Education in 2024. This prestigious honor highlights the school's success in narrowing achievement gaps among different student groups while maintaining high overall performance. The resolution emphasizes the school's effective collaboration with parents, families, teachers, and the community, which has contributed to its educational success. It also notes the importance of McGehee Elementary as a model for other schools, showcasing effective teaching practices and community engagement.

Additionally, the resolution acknowledges the school's holistic approach to education, addressing not only academic needs but also the social, emotional, and physical well-being of its students. McGehee Elementary provides essential resources such as clothing, food assistance, and mental health referrals, while also focusing on literacy and reading initiatives for both students and their families. With a student population of 540 in grades K-5, the resolution commends the hard work and dedication of the students and staff that led to this significant achievement, and it calls for a copy of the resolution to be presented to Principal Elizabeth Robinson.