The bill, H. 3717, is a House Resolution recognizing and honoring Thomas Sumter Academy for its significant connection with military families and congratulating the school on receiving a Purple Star designation. This designation is awarded to schools that demonstrate a commitment to supporting military-connected students and their families, particularly during transitions related to relocation and deployment. The resolution highlights that Thomas Sumter Academy is the first member of the South Carolina Independent School Association (SCISA) to earn this honor and emphasizes the importance of the support provided to military families, which includes having a trained liaison, dedicated resources on the school's website, and student ambassadors.

The resolution acknowledges the efforts of the South Carolina Military Interstate Children's Compact Commission and the Military Child Education Coalition in training the school's faculty and student leadership to achieve this designation. It notes that military dependents constitute about 40% of the student body, with many families connected to local military installations. The South Carolina House of Representatives expresses gratitude for educational institutions that participate in Purple Star training, which aids military families in adjusting to new duty stations in the state. The resolution concludes with a commitment to present a copy of the resolution to the Head of School, Ben Herod.