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we've got an alumnus. Why don't you come up here with me? Renaissance High School is one of Detroit's premier high schools, and I said it's actually number one. It used to be cast now it's Renaissance. Thanks to you. Renaissance high school is accredited by the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools and offers a rigorous college preparatory curriculum within a collegiate like setting with a population of slightly over 1200 students a cross section of socio economic backgrounds are represented, and it is comprised of 66% of females, yes, and 34% males. We have to do better. Guys. Renaissance High School is one of the five examination high schools and the Detroit Public Schools community district eighth grade, students from within and outside of the district, private charter and parochial schools are eligible to apply. Selection is based on a completed application, which includes recommendations a student written essay and passing the high school placement test. Students are expected to maintain at least a 2.5 GPA to remain at Renaissance High School. And whereas academically, Renaissance high school high school students perform above the state and national averages, their average sa t Composite Score is 1012 which exceeds the state and national averages. The Advanced Placement report to the nation cited Renaissance high as having the most African American students in the world to successfully pass the Advanced Placement English Literature and Composition exam. Yay. 18. The 18, Renaissance was recognized as a State and National Blue Ribbon School of excellence, and in the last several years, US News and World Report has awarded Renaissance their silver medal in the annual list of America's best high schools, and whereas Renaissance High School excels not only academically, but also athletically, boasting an award winning program, the school's athletic achievements are numerous and impressive. To mention a few. The girls track team and field team has secured the I'm sorry, 10 state championships, while the boys basketball team clinch state championships in 2003 and 2006 along with the division title in 2014 and whereas Renaissance High School has a Renowned and World Travel vocal and instrumental music department students have performed in London, Spain, Africa, Toronto and Carnegie Hall in New York. We also offer a nationally recognized dance program that emphasizes training in various modern and ballet techniques. The visual arts department has received numerous recognitions, recognitions on the local and state level, including being featured at the Detroit Institute of Arts. Additionally, the studio arts program provides students with the opportunity to expand their talents in drawing, painting, photography and graphics. Now, therefore, be it resolved that the Detroit board of police commissioners, speaking on behalf of the citizens of the great city of Detroit, recognizes and honors life long, the lifelong contributions and commitment to excellence in public service. By Renaissance High School, their display of excellence and unwavering community spirit has improved the quality of life for the citizens of Detroit. We wish you, Madam principal, who we're going to address in one minute, the best in your future endeavors. 
Mary Grove School. You guys know where the Mary Grove is? It's right over there on Sixth mount. It's actually the most beautiful campus in the city, because it's so stately, and everything is real Marvel and real, you know, mahogany, and it's just great. But anyway, okay, this is a resolution honoring the it's called the school at Marygrove, whereas the school in Mary Grove develops critical thinkers and community minded citizens who have the skills and knowledge to be makers, but I'm sorry to be yet to be, yeah, makers and leaders in the 21st century. The social justice and engineering focus enables students to identify and solve complex problems, actively participating in the creation of a more just and equitable future. Every graduate will be prepared to pursue their passions and succeed in any personal and professional endeavors. And whereas the school at Mary Grove will eventually serve grades K through 12, and has been adding grades each year since it opened in 2019 the school at Mary Grove is one school housed in two buildings on the beautiful Mary Grove campus, and whereas the school at Mary Grove is part of the Mary Grove learning community, A Detroit P 20 partnership that includes dpsc, dpsd, starfish Family Services, Kresge Foundation, Mary Grove Conservancy, and the University of Michigan School of Education. And whereas what makes Mary Grove unique is the K 12 focus on engineering principles and practice, social justice oriented curriculum, extensive and extended support from college admissions through college graduation, element elementary and high school and FIRST Robotics. Now, therefore, be it resolved that the Detroit board of police commissioners speaking on behalf of the citizens of the great city of Detroit, recognizes and honors the lifelong contributions and commitment to excellence in public service of the School of Marygrove, their display of courage and unwavering community support has improved the quality of life for the citizens of Detroit. We wish you the best in your future endeavors. We thank and congratulate you the school of Mary Grove, what 
again, leadership is the key to success. This is a resolution for the principal, Lisa Williams, and woman standing to my right, whereas Lisa Williams the principal of the school of Mary gold, a P 20 partners, Partnership Program helps. It's a unique public education institution in Detroit, and it has a distinguished and multifaceted career. Careers. Oh, she has a distinct and multifaceted career in education spanning over 26 years. Her journey began with a deep passion for teaching, motivating and leading, and has continued to evolve as she gains invaluable experience in various educational activities and titles. Her career began as an English language arts teacher at Martin Luther King Junior High School in Detroit Public Schools, where she honed her teaching skills before moving to the Oak Park School District. There she had several key roles, including ELA, teacher, department, clear the department, chair, pardon me, and Dean of Students. These positions allowed her to develop a strong foundation in leadership, which she later carried into her roles as assistant as assistant principal and principal in both the Ferndale public schools and Van Dyke public schools districts. Whereas, in addition to her work in schools, principal Williams also served as a school improvement consultant with Wayne resa for one year, further expanding her impact on the educational landscape. Throughout her career, she has worked with a wide range of diverse students and families, and her focus on building strong relationships with students, staff, parents and community stakeholders has been a key driver to her success. She is deeply committed to fostering high achievement, maintaining a safe school environment and ensuring equitable learning opportunities for all students, and whereas principal Williams is a proud two time alumni of Western Michigan University, yeah, where she earned both her bachelor's degree in secondary education, English and a Master's in Education Leadership. Her commitment to excellence was recognized in 2013 when she received the College of Education and Human Development Golden Apple Award. In 2023 she was appointed to the Board of Trustees for Western Michigan University by Governor Gretchen Whitmer. That's pretty important. That's important. She can get your kids to the school. She imma read your former region of Eastern Michigan University. I just want you to understand the essence of this. And as a region Emeritus, I can contact the President, and I can get people admitted that that's just part of what she Amen. So I want everybody to be aware of that. Okay, whereas outside of her professional achievements, principal Williams is a dedicated mother to two sons, Deonte Roberts and Jordan Williams, she enjoys spending quality time with them, cherishing, cherishing the balance between her career and family life. Her vision as an educator remains clear to creating a learning environment that fosters a continuous improvement and provides equitable educational opportunities for every student.