[Congressional Record Volume 168, Number 136 (Tuesday, August 16, 2022)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E859]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                         HONORING SHAMEKA WOODS

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                        HON. BENNIE G. THOMPSON

                             of mississippi

                    in the house of representatives

                        Tuesday, August 16, 2022

  Mr. THOMPSON of Mississippi. Madam Speaker, I rise today to honor a 
tenacious and self-motivated leader, Shameka Woods. Ms. Shameka has 
shown what can be done through hard work, dedication, and a desire to 
achieve success.
  Shameka Woods is a 2003 graduate of Natchez High School. She received 
her bachelor's degree from Jackson State University, a master's degree 
from Alcorn State University, and a Specialist from Belhaven 
University. She is currently working on her Ed.D at Belhaven 
University.
  Shameka joined the Jefferson County School District in 2010 as a 
third-grade teacher. She has also served as SSIP Literacy Coach, 
Assistant Principal at Jefferson County High School, and now Principal 
at Jefferson County Elementary School. Shameka is a member of Zeta Phi 
Beta Sorority, Incorporated. She has a six-year-old daughter, Brooklyn, 
who attends Jefferson County Elementary School.
  Ms. Woods explained what drives her passion for educating children. 
She stated, ``I do this work because our children need passionate 
educators in their lives. Our students have the potential to do 
anything they desire with the right motivation and support. My biggest 
reason (my why) is to see our students succeed. I am so blessed to have 
a team of educators who understand the vision (JCES Dream Team). I am 
also thankful to have support from the district administrators, who 
assist us with everything we do. With continuous teamwork and 
dedication, we will accomplish all our goals.''
  ``Ms. Woods is a visionary leader who sees the potential in every 
child,'' said Adrian Hammitte, Superintendent of Jefferson County 
School District. Moreover, she has created a school culture centered 
around student success. I am proud of her accomplishments and their 
impact on our school district and community.''
  Madam Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me in recognizing Ms. 
Shameka Woods for her passion and dedication to education in the 
Jefferson County School District.