Honor Max Von der Horst

26, 2018 WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to act, in accord with its long-standing traditions, to honor the achievements of its young citizens and leaders of tomorrow, whose character and accomplishments exemplify the ideals and values cherished by this great State and Nation; and WHEREAS, This Legislative Body is justly proud to honor Max Von der Horst upon the occasion of his designation as recipient of the Senior Scholar Humanities Award by the Orange-Ulster BOCES which was celebrated at its Fifth Annual Awards Breakfast, on Thursday, April 26, 2018, at Kuhl's Highland House, Middletown, New York; and WHEREAS, This auspicious award recognizes outstanding high school students for their accomplishments and/or performances in the arts, including fine arts, theater, and music; and WHEREAS, Max Von der Horst has distinguished himself as a young man of superlative ability, talent, and maturity, establishing standards of excellence and achievement, purposefulness of life, and responsibility rarely achieved in youthful years; and WHEREAS, A senior at Warwick Valley High School, Max Von der Horst will be attending the University of Southern California this fall to study filmmaking; and he is currently involved with theatre arts through the school as Student Director and works as Stage Manager for the Acting Out Playhouse in Warwick, New York; and WHEREAS, Max Von der Horst takes art classes at Mill Street Loft in Poughkeepsie, and is a part of their chapter of the National Art Honors Society, where he has spearheaded many art-related community service activities; this past fall, he participated in the Senior Project class at Mill Street Loft, and created 12 films in 12 weeks based upon Carl Jung's concept of Individuation; and WHEREAS, Max Von der Horst is also a member of the National Honor Society through his high school; his artwork has been exhibited in multiple shows and he has won several awards for his artistic achievement; and WHEREAS, An outstanding role model for his classmates, Max Von der Horst has brought honor to his family, school, and community; and WHEREAS, Max Von der Horst may stand with pride in his achievements, experiencing the satisfaction of his labors and the joy of his accomplishments, eager to face the challenge of new experiences as he continues his education; and WHEREAS, Max Von der Horst represents the potential inherent in our most precious resource, our youth; this Legislative Body is pleased to honor this young man, recognizing his achievements and the promise of his future; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to honor Max Von der Horst upon the occasion of his designation as recipient of the Senior Scholar Humanities Award by the Orange-Ulster BOCES, and to wish him well in his future endeavors; and be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to Max Von der Horst.