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2024
No. R-319. Senate concurrent resolution congratulating Alice Whiting of Johnson on
her 90th birthday.
(S.C.R.13)
By Senator Westman,
By Representatives Carpenter of Hyde Park and Noyes of Wolcott,
Whereas, Alice Whiting’s love of the classroom experience can be traced to the former Cambridge High School, from which she graduated, and Whereas, in her distinctive roles as an educator, local historical society leader, church parishioner, doting aunt, and friend, she is admired and cherished, and Whereas, as an early childhood educator, Alice Whiting taught at Johnson Elementary School, and, as a professor at Johnson State College, her alma mater, she was instrumental in shaping the careers of numerous teachers who brought their expertise and compassion to thousands of youngsters in classrooms throughout Vermont; and she remains involved in committee work at what is now the Johnson campus of Vermont State University, and Whereas, Professor Alice Whiting was held in such high esteem that a room at Johnson State College was named in her honor, and Whereas, she served as the membership chair at the Johnson Historical Society, and as
a parishioner at the Johnson United Church, Alice Whiting not only attended worship services and congregational events, but also sang in the choir and volunteered in the thrift shop, and Whereas, Alice Whiting is an extraordinary aunt to multiple generations, including 12
nieces and nephews, 24 great-nieces and -nephews, over 40 great-great-nieces and -
nephews, and more great-great-great-descendants than can easily be counted, and she treasures her family connections, and Whereas, this beloved educator, active community member, and special aunt will be
feted at a 90th birthday extravaganza on Saturday April 20, now therefore be it Resolved by the Senate and House of Representatives:
That the General Assembly congratulates Alice Whiting of Johnson on her 90th birthday, and be it further Resolved: That the Secretary of State be directed to send a copy of this resolution to
Alice Whiting.
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