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WHEREAS, May 20th, 2022 has been designated as the 24th Annual “Take a Father to School Day” in the Pittsburgh Public School District; and,
WHEREAS, created by Former School Board Member Mark Brentley Sr, the mission of this annual event is to increase active participation of fathers, father figures, and positive male role models within the schools, in hopes that they would become more involved in their child’s education; and,
WHEREAS, for the purpose of highlighting the inclusive nature of this event, a “father” can be any positive male role model including, but not limited to a child’s grandfather, cousin, uncle, older sibling, community leader or minister; and,
WHEREAS, when fathers are involved in their child’s education, research shows that student grades and test scores improve, attendance increases, and students get more involved in school activities; and,
WHEREAS, studies have also shown that when a father is actively involved with their child, it can help increase the student’s emotional intelligence and problem-solving capabilities, which enables healthier behaviors; and,
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NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Council of the City of Pittsburgh does hereby recognize the Take a Father to School Day event and the volunteers and participants who continuously commit themselves to the education and development of our city’s children; and,
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Council of the City of Pittsburgh does hereby declare Friday, May 20, 2022 to be “Take a Father to School Day” in the City of Pittsburgh.