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J2768Senate2017-2018 SessionResolution

Honor Top Grand Island Students

Official title

“Congratulating the Valedictorian and Salutatorian of Grand Island Senior High School, in recognition of their exceptional accomplishments”

Sponsor Chris JacobsSD-60
Status
Adopted
Impact
1/10
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Outcome
Adopted

What's happening

This resolution congratulates Owen Morrish and Sophia Castillo, Grand Island Senior High School’s 2017 Valedictorian and Salutatorian, for their exceptional academic achievements.

Why it matters

  1. Highlights the value of academic excellence. by formally recognizing high-achieving students, reinforcing the importance of scholastic dedication within the school and broader community.

  2. Serves as a public acknowledgment. not just for the students, but also for their families and educators, potentially encouraging continued investment in education and inspiring other students to strive for similar accomplishments.

  3. Positions these students as role models. for their peers, using legislative recognition to set an example of leadership, perseverance, and commitment to personal development.

  4. Strengthens ties between schools and state government. by demonstrating that legislative bodies are attentive to and supportive of local educational achievements, which may foster a greater sense of community and shared values.

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Honor Top Grand Island Students

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Sponsors

Primary sponsor
Chris Jacobs

Senator · Senate District 60

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. 2768 BY: Senator JACOBS CONGRATULATING the 2017 Valedictorian and Salutatorian of Grand Island Senior High School, in recognition of their exceptional accomplishments WHEREAS, It is the custom of this Legislative Body to honor the youth… Show all

Senate Resolution No. 2768 BY: Senator JACOBS CONGRATULATING the 2017 Valedictorian and Salutatorian of Grand Island Senior High School, in recognition of their exceptional accomplishments WHEREAS, It is the custom of this Legislative Body to honor the youth of today, the leaders of tomorrow, whose character and achievements exemplify the ideals and values cherished by this great State and Nation; and WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to congratulate the 2017 Valedictorian and Salutatorian of Grand Island Senior High School, in recognition of their exceptional accomplishments; and WHEREAS, Grand Island Senior High School's 2017 Valedictorian is Owen Morrish, and the 2017 Salutatorian is Sophia Castillo, both of whom are being commended for their outstanding academic performances and exemplary achievements; and WHEREAS, Owen Morrish and Sophia Castillo may now stand with pride as they assess their achievements, experience the satisfaction of their labors and the joy of their accomplishments, eager to face the new experiences of challenging world; and WHEREAS, These two bright and extraordinary students represent the best of developed potential inherent in our most precious resource, our youth; their achievements have brought enduring honor to their families and communities and should be recognized and saluted; and WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to commend those students of remarkable character, who have shown initiative and commitment toward constantly pursing higher goals for themselves, and acting as role models of leadership to be emulated by their peers; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to congratulate the 2017 Valedictorian and Salutatorian of Grand Island Senior High School, in recognition of their outstanding accomplishments, and to extend to them the best wishes of this Legislative Body for a future of purposeful success and well-being; and be it further RESOLVED, That copies of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to Owen Morrish and Sophia Castillo.

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