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Download official Extensions PDFReturn to issue contextHON. FREDERICA S. WILSON
of florida
in the house of representatives
Ms. WILSON of Florida. Mr. Speaker, from the 24th District of the great state of Florida, I rise today to recognize and honor the late Mattye Phillips, a lifelong educator, community activist and the first Black Psychometrist (psychological tester) in the State of Florida.
Ms. Phillips began her teaching career at the age of 20. She taught French, English, Drama and Physical Education Theory. Ms. Phillips' career would expand to include the title of lecturer and trainer. She also focused her energy on working with youth through the Alternatives to Incarceration Program. Ms. Phillips worked tirelessly and dedicated her life to changing the lives of young people in the Second Chance Program.
Ms. Phillips drew her thirst for knowledge and her drive to help others from her father's belief that “lazy people walk,” and from that day she always ran.
Ms. Phillips graduated high school at age 16. After graduation from high school, she attended Florida Agricultural Mechanical University (FAMU) where she received a Bachelor of Science Degree and a Master of Education Degree.
teacher and nurturer, who dedicated her life to educating and guiding our youth in Miami-Dade County.