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J1643Senate2017-2018 SessionResolution

Honor Joan Ricketts Award

Official title

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

Sponsor Kevin S. ParkerSD-21
Status
Adopted
Impact
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Outcome
Adopted

What's happening

This resolution honors Joan Ricketts for receiving the Educational Leadership Award by Healthfirst for her contributions to education.

Why it matters

  1. Recognizes the importance of educational leadership. by highlighting the impact individuals like Joan Ricketts have on student achievement and character development across New York State.

  2. Underscores the expanding role of educational professionals. including parent coordinators, principals, and parent-teacher association staff—in giving families a stronger voice and improving school communities.

  3. Promotes public appreciation for educational contributions. , reinforcing how honoring individual excellence can inspire broader support and pride in the state's education system.

  4. Affirms the value of family engagement and community involvement. in education, suggesting that such recognition strengthens social bonds and supports the well-being of both students and the larger community.

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Honor Joan Ricketts Award

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Sponsors

Primary sponsor
Kevin S. Parker

Senator · Senate District 21

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History

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

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Senate Resolution No. 1643 BY: Senator PARKER HONORING Joan Ricketts 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. 1643 BY: Senator PARKER HONORING Joan Ricketts 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 Joan Ricketts 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, Joan Ricketts 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 Joan Ricketts, 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 Joan Ricketts 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 Joan Ricketts 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 Joan Ricketts.

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