Honoring and congratulating the Educator of the Month, William W. Sax, for his dedication to his students at South Philadelphia High School.

Honoring and congratulating the Educator of the Month, William W. Sax, for his dedication to his students at South Philadelphia High School. WHEREAS, William W. Sax is a dedicated educator currently teaching at South Philadelphia High School and serving as the building's union representative; and WHEREAS, Mr. Sax graduated from the University of Pittsburgh with three bachelor's degrees in African-American Studies, Social Studies, and Secondary Education, as well as a master's degree in Rehabilitation Counseling, completing his undergraduate studies in three years and his graduate degree in just one year while also participating in football, wrestling, and track; and WHEREAS, Demonstrating his passion for education and African-American history, Mr. Sax created the only African American museum inside a Philadelphia school district building, paying thousands out of his own pocket to establish this unique educational resource at South Philadelphia High School; and WHEREAS, Mr. Sax has organized and funded numerous events, guest speakers, performers, and learning opportunities during Black History Month celebrations from 2020 to 2024 to enrich students' educational experiences; and WHEREAS, Understanding the value of enriching field trips, Mr. Sax has taken over 5,000 students on educational adventures to Washington D.C., New York City, and other destinations; and WHEREAS, Mr. Sax's unwavering commitment to his students, his profession, and celebrating the achievements of African …