What's happening
The resolution congratulates Allie Lajeunesse for earning the prestigious Girl Scout Gold Award for her impactful STEM project.
Why it matters
Highlights the importance of youth-led STEM initiatives. By recognizing a project that brought STEM education to underserved communities, the resolution underscores the value of empowering young people—especially girls—to lead and innovate in critical fields.
Emphasizes the replicability and sustainability of community service projects. Allie Lajeunesse’s creation of resources to continue and expand her program demonstrates how individual leadership can have a long-term, scalable impact beyond a single event.
Spotlights the role of mentorship and representation in STEM. The project’s collaboration with female STEM leaders draws attention to the importance of mentorship and visibility for girls and young women considering careers in science and technology.
Affirms the societal worth of the Girl Scout Gold Award. By formally honoring this achievement, the resolution reinforces the prestige of the Gold Award and its role in shaping future leaders committed to service and innovation.
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Honor Allie Lajeunesse Achievement
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Senate Resolution No. 2104 BY: Senator BRESLIN CONGRATULATING Allie Lajeunesse upon the occasion of receiving the distinguished Girl Scout Gold Award, the most prestigious of Scouting honors, on
June 4, 2017 WHEREAS, Allie Lajeunesse, through her diligence and rigorous efforts, has achieved Scouting's highest and most prestigious honor, the Girl Scout Gold Award; the ceremony will be held on Sunday, June 4,
2017; 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,… Show allHide
2017; 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 Girl Scouts of America and its members are dedicated to the development of character and leadership in the youth of this Nation; and WHEREAS, Since 1919, Senior Girl Scouts have sought to cap their years in Girl Scouting with the prized Girl Scout Gold Award, which challenges girls to change the world; and WHEREAS, In order to earn the Girl Scout Gold Award, a girl must complete a rigorous set of service, leadership development, and skill-building tasks leading up to the final and most challenging requirement, the design and completion of a Take Action Project; this project must be an issue of interest to the girl and her community, employ team-based solutions, and educate and inspire others; and WHEREAS, For her project, Allie Lajeunesse brought STEM programs in a fun and innovative way to underserved communities; she partnered with female leaders in STEM to bring programming to approximately 40 students in North Albany Academy for a four-week program; in addition, she created a binder with the resources to easily replicate the program in other areas and continue it for years to come; and WHEREAS, This outstanding young woman has been involved in Scouting for years, has lived up to Scouting's ideals and has attained all of the necessary achievements; and WHEREAS, Allie Lajeunesse is a credit to her family, her school, her community, her State and her Nation, and no doubt her 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 Allie Lajeunesse upon the occasion of her designation as recipient of the Girl Scout Gold Award; and be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to Allie Lajeunesse.
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