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This resolution congratulates the Bethpage High School Robotics Regal Eagles Team for winning their division at the FIRST World Championship.
Why it matters
Highlights the significant role of STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math) education in New York State. by recognizing a student team’s achievement at an international level, which may encourage further investment and interest in STEM programs statewide.
Underscores the value of extracurricular activities like robotics. in developing essential skills such as critical thinking, collaboration, communication, leadership, and ownership, demonstrating that learning goes beyond the classroom.
Draws attention to the importance of mentorship and community support. by specifically crediting the advisors, school staff, families, and the broader community, suggesting that student success is a collective effort.
Serves as a source of local and regional pride. by noting that this is the first time since 2002 a Long Island robotics team has reached this level, potentially inspiring other schools and students in the area to pursue similar ambitions.
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Honor Bethpage Robotics Champions
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Senate Resolution No. 5474 BY: Senator HANNON CONGRATULATING the Bethpage High School Robotics, Regal Eagles Team upon the occasion of capturing the FIRST World Championship in their division WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to commend and… Show allHide
Senate Resolution No. 5474 BY: Senator HANNON CONGRATULATING the Bethpage High School Robotics, Regal Eagles Team upon the occasion of capturing the FIRST World Championship in their division WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to commend and pay tribute to those who, by achieving outstanding success in their educational endeavors and competitions, have inspired and brought pride to our majestic Empire State; and WHEREAS, It is also the custom of this Legislative Body to recognize the dedication and commitment of our young people who distinguish themselves through excellence in scholastic competition; and WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to congratulate the Bethpage High School Robotics, Regal Eagles Team upon the occasion of capturing the FIRST World Championship in their division; and WHEREAS, A non-profit organization headquartered in Manchester, New Hampshire, FIRST was founded by investor and entrepreneur Dean Kamen with the hopes of inspiring young people to pursue further studies and careers in science and technology; and WHEREAS, After earning several awards, including the Engineering Inspiration Award at the School Business Partnerships of Long Island (SBPLI) Regionals at Hofstra University from March 31-April 2, 2018, the Bethpage High School Robotics, Regal Eagles Team participated in the FIRST World Championships from April 26-28, 2018, in Detroit, Michigan; and WHEREAS, Upon the completion of their qualification matches, the Regal Eagles were members of the top-seeded alliance in the Tesla Sub-Division Playoffs and joined forces with OP Robotics (Stoney Creek, Ontario) and Theory 6 Robotics (Mississauga, Ontario); their alliance rolled through the best-of-three formatted quarterfinals, semifinals, and finals in their division to a 6-1 record and won the Tesla Sub-Division; and WHEREAS, After this monumental win, the Regal Eagles and their alliance partners played in the Einstein round-robin style tournament against the other five sub-division winners, and finished third out of
teams from around the globe, marking the first time since 2002 that
any Long Island robotics team has participated in the Einstein
round-robin tournament at FIRST World Championships; and
WHEREAS, Robotics classes teach students various skills such as
critical thinking, collaboration, communication, leadership and
ownership, all of which have led the robotics program to a high level of
success; and
WHEREAS, The incredible talent displayed by this team is due in
great part to the efforts of co-Advisors Dan Zabell and Eric Kay,
skilled and inspirational tutors, respected for their ability to develop
potential into excellence; and
WHEREAS, The Bethpage High School Robotics, Regal Eagles Team
members are loyally and enthusiastically supported by their Principal,
Michael Spence, the entire school staff, family, fans, friends and the
community at large; and
WHEREAS, The dedicated members of the Bethpage High School Robotics,
Regal Eagles Team's outstanding performance has clearly made a
contribution to the spirit of excellence which is a tradition of their
school and community; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
congratulate the members of the Bethpage High School Robotics, Regal
Eagles Team upon the occasion of capturing the FIRST World Championship
in their division; and be it further
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
congratulate the members of the Bethpage High School Robotics, Regal
Eagles Team: Ysabella Bachmeier, Gianna Battaglia, Matthew Bury,
Christopher Cetin, Ryan Fina, Anthony Galeotafiore, Michael Hanley,
Morgan Heller, Raphael Katigbak, Aidan Lin, Maya Maciel-Seidman, Drew
Maggio, Owen Mikulski, John Mingst, Pawan Pitiranggon, Smiti Shah,
Sajinder Singh, and Blake von der Esch; and co-Advisors Dan Zabell and
Eric Kay upon the occasion of capturing the FIRST World Championship in
their division; and be it further
RESOLVED, That copies of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be
transmitted to the members of the Bethpage High School Robotics, Regal
Eagles Team, Dan Zabell and Eric Kay, co-Advisors, and Michael Spence,
Principal, Bethpage High School.
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