Honor Dr. McGinley Award

Senate Resolution No. 2582 BY: Senator RANZENHOFER HONORING Dr. Christopher McGinley upon the occasion of his designation as recipient of the 2017 Leadership and Support Award by the School Administrators Association of New York State 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, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to acknowledge the distinguished careers of those outstanding educational leaders, whose dedication and achievements have been instrumental in developing character and academic excellence in the young people of New York State; and WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to honor Dr. Christopher McGinley upon the occasion of his designation as recipient of the 2017 Leadership and Support Award by the School Administrators Association of New York State; and WHEREAS, This auspicious occasion was celebrated at an Awards Ceremony on Friday, May 5, 2017, at the Century House in Latham, New York; and WHEREAS, This award is given to an individual in recognition of their outstanding leadership efforts, whose responsibilities require leadership through support services to educators and students across and between buildings and districts; and WHEREAS, After receiving his Bachelor of Arts Degree, Master of Business Administration and Master of Science Degree from Canisius College, Dr. Christopher McGinley furthered his education by obtaining his advanced certification from the University of Buffalo, in Buffalo, New York; and WHEREAS, Dr. Christopher McGinley is a trusted leader in the community and a tireless advocate for students, supporter of parents, and a promoter of professional development for teachers and other administrators; and WHEREAS, Dedicated to development opportunities, Dr. Christopher McGinley routinely invites educators from local colleges and from outside the district to professional development opportunities, including regional math conferences; Common Core math institutes; a support group centered around implementation of standards, best practices, and assessment; as well as recurring parent math nights; and WHEREAS, Highly regarded as a steadfast advocate for educators, Dr. Christopher McGinley provides them with every possible valuable resource to improve student learning; and WHEREAS, Dr. Christopher McGinley was recognized by the United States Congress in 2006, for his outstanding and invaluable service to education, advising the New York State Education Department in the area of mathematics, curriculum, and assessment by serving on the commissioner's Content Advisory Panels, and has formed his own advisory group in Western New York; and WHEREAS, Educators like Dr. Christopher McGinley provide a tremendous service to the future of our State and Nation, inspiring generations of young people in their educational journeys and ensuring their success in their future years; and WHEREAS, Dr. Christopher McGinley has clearly had an enduring impact on the youth of Williamsville CSD, as well as the community-at-large, and accordingly merits recognition and applause for his impressive dedication to others; and WHEREAS, It is the practice of this Legislative Body to commend the efforts of those individuals who work to support our proud tradition of public education by providing their skills and talents to our schools; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to honor Dr. Christopher McGinley upon the occasion of his designation as recipient of the 2017 Leadership and Support Award by the School Administrators Association of New York State; and be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to Dr. Christopher McGinley.