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J1627Senate2017-2018 SessionResolution

Honor Sandra Skyers Award

Official title

“Honoring Sandra Skyers upon the occasion of her designation as recipient of the Educational Leadership Award by Healthfirst”

Sponsor Kevin S. ParkerSD-21
Status
Adopted
Impact
1/10
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Outcome
Adopted

What's happening

This resolution honors Sandra Skyers for receiving the Educational Leadership Award by Healthfirst for her dedication to education.

Why it matters

  1. Highlights the importance of community and family engagement in education. , recognizing individuals like Sandra Skyers who bridge schools and families, which can lead to stronger student support and better educational outcomes.

  2. Demonstrates the value of recognizing a broad range of educational professionals. not just teachers and principals, but also parent coordinators and PTA staff—thus affirming that many roles contribute to student success.

  3. Encourages ongoing investment in educational leadership and excellence. by publicly honoring achievements, potentially inspiring other educators and community members to strive for similar impact.

  4. Signals legislative support for education and public acknowledgment of its champions. , which can help maintain morale and respect for the profession in the broader community.

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Honor Sandra Skyers Award

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Sponsors

Primary sponsor
Kevin S. Parker

Senator · Senate District 21

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. 1627 BY: Senator PARKER HONORING Sandra Skyers upon the occasion of her designation as recipient of the Educational Leadership Award by Healthfirst on April 28, 2017 WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to acknowledge those… Show all

Senate Resolution No. 1627 BY: Senator PARKER HONORING Sandra Skyers upon the occasion of her designation as recipient of the Educational Leadership Award by Healthfirst on April 28, 2017 WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to acknowledge those outstanding educational leaders and professionals whose dedication and achievements have been instrumental in developing character and academic excellence in the young people of New York State; and WHEREAS, New York State's commitment to education is unparalleled; its history and stature are secured by the superlative caliber of its educational professionals and the students they inspire; and WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in keeping with its time-honored traditions, it is the intent of this Legislative Body to honor Sandra Skyers upon the occasion of her designation as recipient of the Educational Leadership Award by Healthfirst at its 6th Annual Educational Leadership Breakfast on Friday, April 28, 2017, at Grand Prospect Hall, Brooklyn, New York; and WHEREAS, Sandra Skyers has been selected for this esteemed honor in recognition of the leadership, excellence and commitment shown in strengthening the educational pursuits of young people in New York; and WHEREAS, Initially designed to recognize the outstanding commitment and dedication of Parent Coordinators, Healthfirst now commends principals, parent teacher association staff and other educational professionals whose obligation to children provides parents and families with a powerful voice on behalf of every child; and WHEREAS, The Educational Leadership Awards Breakfast provides an opportunity to recognize Sandra Skyers, and the significant contributions to the quality of life and the progression of our educational system, and for all people to gain a greater appreciation of the role educational professionals will continue to play in our society; and WHEREAS, It is the practice of this Legislative Body to commend the efforts of those individuals such as Sandra Skyers who foster pride in education and exemplify family engagement which represents and strengthens the fabric of the people and the State of New York; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to honor Sandra Skyers upon the occasion of her designation as recipient of the Educational Leadership Award by Healthfirst on April 28, 2017; and be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to Sandra Skyers.

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