Commending Dr. Max Jean Paul upon the occasion of being named a 2019 Hall of Fame Honoree by Making the Impossible Possible, Inc. on May 26, 2019

Senate Resolution No. 1448 BY: Senator PARKER COMMENDING Dr. Max Jean Paul upon the occasion of being named a 2019 Hall of Fame Honoree by Making the Impossible Possible, Inc. on May 26, 2019 WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body that those who enhance the quality of life in their community and have shown a long and sustained commitment to the maintenance of high standards in their profession, certainly have earned the recognition and applause of all the citizens of this great Empire State; and WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to commend Dr. Max Jean Paul upon the occasion of being named a 2019 Hall of Fame Honoree by Making the Impossible Possible, Inc., to be celebrated at its 8th Annual Power of Partnerships, Scholarship and Hall of Fame Gala on Sunday, May 26, 2019, at the BRIC Arts Media, Brooklyn, New York; and WHEREAS, Founded in 2001, Making the Impossible Possible, Inc. (MIPO) is a non-profit membership organization, promoting the quality of life of Haitian youth in the United States and abroad through education, music, character building, medical care, apprenticeship training, family support and scholarships; and WHEREAS, An educational leader and change agent, Dr. Max Jean Paul began his illustrious career in education more than 15 years ago and has remained steadfast in his commitment to young people; he currently serves as Principal of Brooklyn Bridge Academy High School, where for the past eight years he has provided strong leadership and vision to create educational opportunities for students who are over-aged and under-credited; and WHEREAS, In this capacity, Dr. Max Jean Paul promotes equity and works to ensure all students are equipped with the tools to meet the demands of college and career readiness in the 21st century; and WHEREAS, A true asset to society, Dr. Max Jean Paul serves as President of The Society of Haitian School Administrators where he brings strategic thinking and leadership to inform the goal of improving educational outcomes for all children in Haiti; and WHEREAS, With a steadfast and unwavering commitment to changing lives and mindsets through engaging professional learning opportunities, Dr. Max Jean Paul works with school leaders in New York City and nationally to help inform best practices to ensure children who have traditionally been marginalized are provided with competitive advantages in school and community; and WHEREAS, Throughout his career in leadership, Dr. Max Jean Paul has been a presence in the community and a voice for addressing matters on education, justice, and equity; he continues to work to be an instrumental force in grass roots change for helping young people attain educational opportunity, mental health services, and support needed to reach their college and career goals; and WHEREAS, It has always been the objective of this Legislative Body to honor and support those individuals who have displayed their commitment to the betterment of their communities, and it is the intent of this Legislative Body to inscribe upon its records, this tribute to Dr. Max Jean Paul, that future generations may know and appreciate his admirable character, his many benevolent deeds, and the respect and esteem in which he is held by his peers; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to commend Dr. Max Jean Paul upon the occasion of being named a 2019 Hall of Fame Honoree by Making the Impossible Possible, Inc. on May 26, 2019; and be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to Dr. Max Jean Paul.