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This resolution congratulates Lexi Costello for receiving the prestigious Girl Scout Gold Award on May 18, 2018.
Why it matters
Highlights the rarity and prestige of the Girl Scout Gold Award. , emphasizing that only 2% of Girl Scouts achieve it, which underscores Lexi Costello’s exceptional dedication and accomplishment.
Recognizes the importance of youth leadership and community service. , as the award requires rigorous service, leadership development, and the completion of a significant Take Action Project that benefits the community.
Acknowledges the role of organizations like the Girl Scouts in building character and nurturing future leaders. , reinforcing the value of such programs in shaping engaged, responsible citizens.
Serves as a public affirmation and encouragement for young people. , showing that substantial community contributions and personal growth are publicly valued and celebrated at the state level.
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Honor Lexi Costello Achievement
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Senator · Senate District 7
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History
- Adopted
- Reported to calendar for consideration
- Referred to finance
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Senate Resolution No. 5037 BY: Senator PHILLIPS CONGRATULATING Lexi Costello upon the occasion of receiving the distinguished Girl Scout Gold Award, the most prestigious of Scouting honors on May 18,
2018 WHEREAS, Lexi Costello, 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 Friday, May 18, 2018, at Shelter Rock Elementary School in Manhasset,… Show allHide
2018 WHEREAS, Lexi Costello, 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 Friday, May 18, 2018, at Shelter Rock Elementary School in Manhasset, New York; and WHEREAS, Lexi Costello is a member of Manhasset Service Unit of Girl Scouts of America in Manhasset, 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, Only 2% of girls in Girl Scouting complete the requirements for this prestigious award; 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, Lexi Costello 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 Lexi Costello 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 Lexi Costello.
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