Mark 50 Years Cosor School

Senate Resolution No. 3979 BY: Senator BONACIC COMMEMORATING the 50th Anniversary of Benjamin Cosor Elementary School WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to recognize and commend those institutions of true purpose and high achievement whose exemplary programs and accomplishments clearly demonstrate an enduring pursuit of excellence in the education of the youth of this noble Empire State; and WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to commemorate the 50th Anniversary of Benjamin Cosor Elementary School; this momentous occasion will be celebrated throughout the school year in many creative ways involving the students, staff and Fallsburg community; and WHEREAS, To begin the celebration of its Golden Anniversary, Benjamin Cosor Elementary School placed rocks, which were hand-painted by every student in the school, at the front entrance sign to welcome those coming into the building; and WHEREAS, Located in Fallsburg, New York, Benjamin Cosor Elementary School serves grades pre-kindergarten through six in the Fallsburg Central School District; and WHEREAS, Benjamin Cosor Elementary School strives to develop its students into becoming lifelong learners; and WHEREAS, Approximately 740 students are based in Benjamin Cosor Elementary School's newly renovated building, with small class sizes enhancing its dynamic and nurturing learning environment; and WHEREAS, Under the luminous direction of its Principal, Mary Kate Stinehour, and Assistant Principal, David Viglione, Benjamin Cosor Elementary School's caring and professional staff of 75 emphasize critical thinking, verbal and written communication, and computer skills; and WHEREAS, Over its distinguished 50-year history, Benjamin Cosor Elementary School has demonstrated continuous service to the residents and communities which it serves; and WHEREAS, This vital institution has continually demonstrated an impressive dedication, an unparalleled devotion and an unremitting enthusiasm for the quality of educational programs and opportunities offered for the benefit of its faculty and students as well as for the entire community; and WHEREAS, Benjamin Cosor Elementary School is proudly aware of its distinguished past, eager to fulfill its present commitment to parents, students and the community, and planning with vision and purpose for the ebb and swell of growth and change it will encounter in the years to come; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to commemorate the 50th Anniversary of Benjamin Cosor Elementary School; and be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to Mary Kate Stinehour, Principal, Benjamin Cosor Elementary School.