Honor Armenian School Anniversary

Senate Resolution No. 2090 BY: Senator AVELLA COMMENDING Holy Martyrs Armenian Day School of Bayside, New York, upon the occasion of its 50th Anniversary WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to recognize and commend those institutions of commitment and high achievement whose purpose and endeavor have been dedicated to the pursuit of excellence in the education of the youth of this noble Empire State; and WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to commend Holy Martyrs Armenian Day School of Bayside, New York, upon the occasion of its 50th Anniversary, to be celebrated at its 23rd Anniversary Gala Dinner Dance on Saturday, June 3, 2017, at North Hills Country Club in Manhasset, New York; and WHEREAS, Since its inception in 1967, Holy Martyrs Armenian Day School has grown from the Hye Bardez Nursery School into an elementary school servicing students from nursery through sixth grade; and WHEREAS, Under the luminous leadership of Principal Zarmine Boghosian, Holy Martyrs Armenian Day School combines the best elements of American education with an emphasis on Armenian language and culture; and WHEREAS, Through Holy Martyrs Armenian Day School's curriculum, students explore their rich heritage through literature, history, music and dance while instilling values that will strengthen them as they grow into adulthood; and WHEREAS, With its dedicated teaching staff, Holy Martyrs Armenian Day School strives towards new goals and a high standard of life; each new generation of Armenians create an unbreakable bond not only with the school, but with each other, allowing the legacy of nurturing minds and character to continue; and WHEREAS, Today, the alumni of Holy Martyrs Armenian Day School have distinguished themselves in their secondary schools, colleges and careers; since the first class of graduates in 1982, this auspicious school has been honored by their numerous graduates continuing the legacy of greatness that this school has instilled in them; and WHEREAS, Through its long and sustained commitment to excellence in educational endeavors, Holy Martyrs Armenian Day School has so clearly advanced that spirit of united purpose and shared concern which is the unalterable manifestation of our American experience; and WHEREAS, The schools of a community mirror the character and values of the society in which they function; the residents, Board of Education, administration, faculty and students at Holy Martyrs Armenian Day School may justifiably take great pride in its past achievements, present recognition and legacy of excellence afforded to future generations of the community; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to commend Holy Martyrs Armenian Day School of Bayside, New York, upon the occasion of its 50th Anniversary, noting the proprietary of its goals, the constancy of its commitment and the significance of its accomplishments in preparing the youth of today and leaders of tomorrow; and be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to Holy Martyrs Armenian Day School.