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J5313Senate2017-2018 SessionResolution

Honor Brooklyn Sorority Event

Official title

“Honoring Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. Brooklyn Chapter upon the occasion of its Golden Mother's Day Scholarship Jazz Brunch”

Sponsor Kevin S. ParkerSD-21
Status
Adopted
Impact
1/10
Minimal
Outcome
Adopted

What's happening

This resolution honors the Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. Brooklyn Chapter for its Golden Mother's Day Scholarship Jazz Brunch and contributions to youth education.

Why it matters

  1. Recognizes the impact of community-based scholarship programs. By highlighting the Golden Mother's Day Scholarship Jazz Brunch, the resolution acknowledges how local events can directly support educational opportunities and youth empowerment initiatives in New York.

  2. Shines a light on the role of historically Black sororities in education. Honoring Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. Brooklyn Chapter emphasizes the important contributions of Black Greek-letter organizations in fostering academic excellence, mentorship, and community leadership.

  3. Encourages continued investment in youth and family engagement. The resolution serves as an example of state-level support for organizations that promote family involvement and pride in education, reinforcing the fabric of local communities through recognition and encouragement.

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Honor Brooklyn Sorority Event

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Sponsors

Primary sponsor
Kevin S. Parker

Senator · Senate District 21

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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. 5313 BY: Senator PARKER HONORING Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. Brooklyn Chapter upon the occasion of its Golden Mother's Day Scholarship Jazz Brunch on May 12, 2018 WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to acknowledge those… Show all

Senate Resolution No. 5313 BY: Senator PARKER HONORING Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. Brooklyn Chapter upon the occasion of its Golden Mother's Day Scholarship Jazz Brunch on May 12, 2018 WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to acknowledge those outstanding educational leaders and professionals whose dedication and achievements have been instrumental in developing character and academic excellence in the young people of New York State; and 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, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to honor Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. Brooklyn Chapter upon the occasion of its Golden Mother's Day Scholarship Jazz Brunch, Queens, New York, May 12,

2018; and WHEREAS, Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. Brooklyn Chapter has shown great leadership, excellence and commitment in strengthening the educational pursuits of young people in New York; and WHEREAS, The Golden Mother's Day Scholarship Jazz Brunch… Show all

2018; and WHEREAS, Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. Brooklyn Chapter has shown great leadership, excellence and commitment in strengthening the educational pursuits of young people in New York; and WHEREAS, The Golden Mother's Day Scholarship Jazz Brunch provides an opportunity to recognize their matriarchs, their community, their 2018 scholarship recipients, and to raise additional contributions that will benefit future scholarship recipients and youth empowerment programs; and WHEREAS, It is the practice of this Legislative Body to commend the efforts of those organizations such as Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. Brooklyn Chapter which foster pride in education and exemplify family engagement which represents and strengthens the fabric of the people and the State of New York; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to honor Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. Brooklyn Chapter upon the occasion of its Golden Mother's Day Scholarship Jazz Brunch on May 12, 2018; and be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. Brooklyn Chapter.

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