Honor Dr. Hackett’s Retirement

Senate Resolution No. 4541 BY: Senator BONACIC COMMENDING Dr. Nancy Hackett upon the occasion of her retirement after six years of dedicated service to the Sullivan West Central School District 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 custom of this Legislative Body to acknowledge the significant milestones in 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 commend Dr. Nancy Hackett upon the occasion of her retirement after six years of dedicated service to the Sullivan West Central School District; and WHEREAS, Nancy Hackett earned her Bachelor of Science degree from SUNY Brockport in 1975, and her Master of Science from SUNY Buffalo in

1988-1995, she was a vital member of the Monroe Community College faculty; and WHEREAS, She then became the Head Master of the Harley School, a position she held for 10 years; from 2005-2012, she held the title of Principal of Brighton High School; and WHEREAS, In 2012, Dr. Nancy Hackett assumed the role of Superintendent of Sullivan West Central School District, the position from which she will officially retire on August 1, 2018; and WHEREAS, In her much deserved retirement, Dr. Nancy Hackett plans on spending more time with her beloved family and friends, conduct educational research, and travel without time restraints; and WHEREAS, With her throughout have been her husband, John Hackett, and their two children, Jonathan Hackett and Jenna (Michael) Strauss, all of whom have shown her love and support and rejoice in her many achievements; and WHEREAS, Dr. Nancy Hackett's loyalty to the district and to her staff is truly admirable; all who have had the privilege to work with her through the years have known her to be an honest and hard-working Administrator who always made the needs and concerns of her students her top priority; and WHEREAS, The driving force behind Dr. Nancy Hackett's commitment to public education is her belief that all children have the potential to do great things if given the opportunity; she prides herself on creating an educational environment where students come first and expectations are high; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to commend Dr. Nancy Hackett upon the occasion of her retirement after six years of dedicated service to the Sullivan West Central School District, and to wish her continued success in all her future endeavors; and be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to Dr. Nancy Hackett.