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J1292Senate2017-2018 SessionResolution

Honor Julia McKenna Achievement

Official title

“Honoring Julia McKenna upon the occasion of her designation as recipient of the R.I.G.H.T. Award by Valley Central PTA Council”

Sponsor William J. Larkin Jr.SD-39+1 co-sponsor
Status
Adopted
Impact
1/10
Minimal
Outcome
Adopted

What's happening

This resolution honors Julia McKenna for receiving the R.I.G.H.T. Award from Valley Central PTA Council for her community contributions.

Why it matters

  1. Highlights the importance of recognizing young people who actively contribute to their communities. , reinforcing the value of youth engagement and leadership in civic life.

  2. Underscores the role of awards like the R.I.G.H.T. Award. in encouraging positive behaviors—such as initiative, helpfulness, and goal-setting—among students, which can inspire peers and set a standard for others.

  3. Draws attention to specific examples of student-led community service. (e.g., fundraising, supporting fellow students, and volunteering for school programs), illustrating the tangible impact that individual students can have on their schools and neighborhoods.

  4. Signals to the broader community and policymakers the significance of supporting youth involvement programs. , which can have long-term benefits for both individual development and the health of the community as a whole.

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Honor Julia McKenna Achievement

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Sponsors

Primary sponsor
William J. Larkin Jr.

Senator · Senate District 39

1 Co-sponsor

History

  1. Adopted
  2. Reported to calendar for consideration
  3. Referred to finance

Full text

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Senate Resolution No. 1292 BY: Senator LARKIN HONORING Julia McKenna upon the occasion of her designation as recipient of the R.I.G.H.T. Award by Valley Central PTA Council WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to recognize and pay tribute to… Show all

Senate Resolution No. 1292 BY: Senator LARKIN HONORING Julia McKenna upon the occasion of her designation as recipient of the R.I.G.H.T. Award by Valley Central PTA Council WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to recognize and pay tribute to those young people within the great Empire State who have made strong contributions to their communities and who serve as role models for their peers; and WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to honor Julia McKenna upon the occasion of her designation as recipient of the R.I.G.H.T. Award by Valley Central PTA Council, celebrated at its Annual Founders' Night in March of 2017; and WHEREAS, Founders' Night is a reminder of the substantial role that PTA has played locally, regionally, and nationally in supporting parent involvement and working on behalf of all children and families; and WHEREAS, The R.I.G.H.T. Award, which stands for role model, initiative, goals, helpfulness and to make a difference, is dedicated to acknowledging the youth of the Valley Central School District who have demonstrated an exceptional contribution within the community; and WHEREAS, Sixth grade student Julia McKenna is being recognized with this auspicious award for her boundless energy and inspiration, as well as her role in assisting with various fundraising efforts to support fellow Valley Central students; and WHEREAS, With a steadfast and unwavering commitment to her school community, Julia McKenna participated in such endeavors as wrapping Christmas gifts for students, promoting fundraisers, performing clerical tasks in support of the Backpack Program, and selling candy canes for the National Junior Honor Society; and WHEREAS, With her sense of civic duty and her commitment to others, Julia McKenna represents the best development of the potential which is inherent in our most precious resource, our youth; and WHEREAS, This occasion presents an opportunity for this Legislative Body to wish Julia McKenna continued success throughout her school years and beyond; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to honor Julia McKenna upon the occasion of her designation as recipient of the R.I.G.H.T. Award by Valley Central PTA Council; and be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to Julia McKenna.

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