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J5035Senate2017-2018 SessionResolution

Honor Girl Scout Gold Award

Official title

“Congratulating Carol Jacqueline Chin upon the occasion of receiving the distinguished Girl Scout Gold Award, the most prestigious of Scouting honors”

Sponsor Martin J. GoldenSD-22
Status
Adopted
Impact
1/10
Minimal
Outcome
Adopted

What's happening

This resolution congratulates Carol Jacqueline Chin for receiving the prestigious Girl Scout Gold Award in recognition of her achievements.

Why it matters

  1. Highlights the importance of youth leadership and service. By recognizing Carol Jacqueline Chin’s achievement, the resolution underscores the value placed on young people who demonstrate initiative, commitment, and community engagement—qualities that are foundational for future leaders.

  2. Spotlights the rigorous standards of the Girl Scout Gold Award. The resolution details the demanding process required to earn the Gold Award, including leadership development, service, and the design and execution of a Take Action Project, emphasizing that this is not just an honorary title but a mark of significant accomplishment and dedication.

  3. Affirms the broader impact of individual achievement. By connecting Carol’s honor to her family, community, and nation, the resolution suggests that such individual milestones contribute positively to society as a whole, reinforcing the idea that youth achievements have ripple effects beyond the individual.

  4. Promotes positive role models for young people. The public recognition of Carol’s efforts serves as encouragement for other youth to strive for excellence, participate in service, and develop leadership skills, thereby fostering a culture of aspiration and civic responsibility.

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Honor Girl Scout Gold Award

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Sponsors

Primary sponsor
Martin J. Golden

Senator · Senate District 22

Chair, Civil Service And Pensions

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History

  1. Adopted
  2. Reported to calendar for consideration
  3. Referred to finance

Full text

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Senate Resolution No. 5035 BY: Senator GOLDEN CONGRATULATING Carol Jacqueline Chin upon the occasion of receiving the distinguished Girl Scout Gold Award, the most prestigious of Scouting honors WHEREAS, Carol Jacqueline Chin, through her diligence and rigorous efforts, has achieved Scouting's highest and most prestigious honor, the Girl Scout Gold Award; the ceremony will be held on Wednesday, May 23,

2018, at St. Anselm Catholic Academy, Brooklyn, New York; and WHEREAS, The daughter of Kevin and Shirley Chin, Carol Jacqueline Chin is a member of Girl Scouts of America Troop 2235, Brooklyn, New York; and WHEREAS, America has achieved her greatest heights… Show all

2018, at St. Anselm Catholic Academy, Brooklyn, New York; and WHEREAS, The daughter of Kevin and Shirley Chin, Carol Jacqueline Chin is a member of Girl Scouts of America Troop 2235, Brooklyn, New York; 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, Carol Jacqueline Chin 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 Carol Jacqueline Chin 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 Carol Jacqueline Chin.

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