What's happening
This resolution congratulates Samantha Hackenjos for earning the prestigious Girl Scout Gold Award on May 31, 2017.
Why it matters
Highlights the importance of youth leadership and community service. by recognizing a young person who has completed a significant, community-focused project, reinforcing the value of civic engagement.
Underscores the rigorous standards and positive impact of the Girl Scout Gold Award. , which requires sustained commitment, leadership, and initiative—qualities that are essential for future leaders.
Serves as a public acknowledgment and encouragement. for other young people to pursue challenging goals and community improvement, demonstrating that their achievements are valued at the state level.
Connects individual accomplishment to broader societal values. by implying that the success and dedication of youth like Samantha Hackenjos contribute to the ongoing vitality and excellence of the community, state, and nation.
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Honor Girl Scout Gold Award
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Senator · Senate District 7
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History
- Adopted
- Reported to calendar for consideration
- Referred to finance
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Senate Resolution No. 2287 BY: Senator PHILLIPS CONGRATULATING Samantha Hackenjos upon the occasion of receiving the distinguished Girl Scout Gold Award, the most prestigious of Scouting honors, on May 31, 2017 WHEREAS, Samantha Hackenjos, through her… Show allHide
Senate Resolution No. 2287 BY: Senator PHILLIPS CONGRATULATING Samantha Hackenjos upon the occasion of receiving the distinguished Girl Scout Gold Award, the most prestigious of Scouting honors, on May 31, 2017 WHEREAS, Samantha Hackenjos, through her diligence and rigorous efforts, has achieved Scouting's highest and most prestigious honor, the Girl Scout Gold Award; the 2017 Awards and Bridging Ceremony will be held on Wednesday, May 31, 2017, at Herricks Middle School in Albertson, New York; and WHEREAS, Samantha Hackenjos is a member of the Herricks Association of Girl Scouts of Nassau County; 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, 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, Samantha Hackenjos 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 Samantha Hackenjos 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 Samantha Hackenjos.
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