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J2176Senate2017-2018 SessionResolution

Honor School History Day

Official title

“Honoring the Somers Middle School 10th American Heritage Living History Day”

Sponsor Terrence P. MurphySD-40
Status
Adopted
Impact
1/10
Minimal
Outcome
Adopted

What's happening

This resolution honors the 10th American Heritage Living History Day at Somers Middle School, celebrating local history and community service.

Why it matters

  1. Promotes historical education and civic engagement. by involving students and the community in interactive re-enactments and presentations spanning American history from the 17th to the 21st centuries.

  2. Strengthens community bonds. through collaboration between local organizations (PTA, Lions Club, Historical Society) and public service groups (police, fire, EMTs), recognizing their contributions and fostering local pride.

  3. Honors veterans and public servants. by specifically including them in the celebration, reinforcing respect for those who have served and continue to serve the community and nation.

  4. Encourages youth participation and awareness. by featuring student groups (like the Middle School Chorus and Color Guard) and educational programs, helping to instill a sense of heritage and responsibility in the next generation.

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Honor School History Day

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Sponsors

Primary sponsor
Terrence P. Murphy

Senator · Senate District 40

Chair, Investigations And Government Operations

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. 2176 BY: Senator MURPHY HONORING the Somers Middle School 10th American Heritage Living History Day WHEREAS, The State of New York takes great pride in acknowledging significant events in its esteemed local municipalities; and WHEREAS,… Show all

Senate Resolution No. 2176 BY: Senator MURPHY HONORING the Somers Middle School 10th American Heritage Living History Day WHEREAS, The State of New York takes great pride in acknowledging significant events in its esteemed local municipalities; and WHEREAS, The Somers Middle School 10th American Heritage Living History Day will be celebrated at Somers Middle School on May 25, 2017; and WHEREAS, The Somers Middle School 10th American Heritage Living History Day is sponsored by the Somers Middle School PTA, the Somers Lions Club, and the Somers Historical Society; and WHEREAS, The Somers Middle School 10th American Heritage Living History Day is a presentation of 17th through 21st Century living historians who bring history alive and honors America, community volunteers, and protective services; and WHEREAS, The Somers Middle School 10th American Heritage Living History Day will feature a Somers Middle School Living History program with the Star Fife and Drum Corps and Historic Color Guard, and the Middle School Chorus; other attractions include a re-enactment of the life of the Revolutionary War and Civil War soldier and camp, portrayals of early American life and historic figures, World War I and II re-enactors and programs, and American war veterans; and WHEREAS, The Somers Middle School 10th American Heritage Living History Day will also recognize the Board of Education, Somers Police Department, Somers Fire Department, EMTs, State Police, PTA, Somers Historical Society, SEF, Somers Lions Club, the Rotary Club, Habitat for Humanity, Daughters of the American Revolution, GAR, Yorktown Historical Society, and local officials for their community service; and WHEREAS, The Somers Middle School 10th American Heritage Living History Day is a wonderful tradition that many local residents and families look forward to; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to honor the Somers Middle School 10th American Heritage Living History Day; and be it further RESOLVED, That copies of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to Somers Middle School, Somers PTA, Somers Lions Club, and the Somers Historical Society.

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