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J1294Senate2017-2018 SessionResolution

Honor Eagle Scout Achievement

Official title

“Congratulating Matthew Schneider upon the occasion of receiving the distinguished rank of Eagle Scout, the most prestigious of Scouting honors, on April 2, 2017”

Sponsor Kenneth P. LaValleSD-1
Status
Adopted
Impact
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Outcome
Adopted

What's happening

This resolution congratulates Matthew Schneider for achieving the rank of Eagle Scout, Scouting's highest honor, on April 2, 2017.

Why it matters

  1. Recognizes the value of dedication and leadership in youth. , highlighting how achievements like Eagle Scout foster skills such as project management, community service, and perseverance—qualities needed in future leaders.

  2. Underscores the importance of community involvement and service. , as illustrated by Matthew Schneider’s service project (building a podium for his high school), which demonstrates tangible benefits to local institutions through individual initiative.

  3. Affirms the broader societal impact of scouting programs. , emphasizing that organizations like the Boy Scouts of America play a critical role in developing character, citizenship, and leadership among young people, which can have lasting positive effects on schools and communities.

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Honor Eagle Scout Achievement

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Sponsors

Primary sponsor
Kenneth P. LaValle

Senator · Senate District 1

Chair, Higher Education

No co-sponsors yet.

History

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

Full text

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Senate Resolution No. 1294 BY: Senator LAVALLE CONGRATULATING Matthew Schneider upon the occasion of receiving the distinguished rank of Eagle Scout, the most prestigious of Scouting honors, on April 2,

2017 WHEREAS, Matthew Schneider, through his diligence and rigorous efforts, has achieved Scouting's highest and most prestigious rank, Eagle Scout; the Eagle Court of Honor ceremony will be held on Sunday,

April 2, 2017, at VFW Post 414 Hall in Center Moriches, New York; and WHEREAS, Matthew Schneider is a member of Boy Scouts of America Troop 414 in Center Moriches; and WHEREAS, A leader in his high school, Matthew Schneider is an AP and honors student as well… Show all

April 2, 2017, at VFW Post 414 Hall in Center Moriches, New York; and WHEREAS, Matthew Schneider is a member of Boy Scouts of America Troop 414 in Center Moriches; and WHEREAS, A leader in his high school, Matthew Schneider is an AP and honors student as well as a member of the school's Mock Trial team, Brass Quintet, National Honor Society, Tri-M Music Honor Society, Class Council, Student Government and YMCA Youth and Government Council; and WHEREAS, America has achieved her greatest heights of glory through the dedication, determination and tireless efforts of the outstanding citizens of this Nation; and WHEREAS, It is only with the continued diligence and devotion of our youth, tomorrow's leaders, that America will maintain her glory; and WHEREAS, The Boy Scouts of America and its members are dedicated to the development of character and leadership in the youth of this Nation; and WHEREAS, The highest achievement of leadership in Scouting, earned by only five percent of all Boy Scouts, is the distinguished rank of Eagle Scout; and WHEREAS, This outstanding young man has been involved in Scouting for many years, has lived up to Scouting's ideals and has attained all of the necessary achievements, including completion of a community service project, which was successfully planned, developed and executed; and WHEREAS, For his project, Matthew Schneider raised funds, and then built a podium for the William Floyd High School's Auditorium; and WHEREAS, Matthew Schneider's perseverance in rising through the ranks to Eagle Scout is a strong indication of his ability to master difficult tasks; his accomplishment will enable him to emerge as a leader, fully equipped to meet the challenges of today's complex society; and WHEREAS, This new Eagle Scout is a credit to his family, his school, his community, his State and his Nation, and no doubt his future will be filled with accomplishments of equal importance; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations, in recognition of the significance of this meritorious achievement, to congratulate and honor Matthew Schneider on achieving the rank of Eagle Scout; and be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to Matthew Schneider.

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