Honor Teen of the Year

Senate Resolution No. 1572 BY: Senator BRESLIN HONORING Liza Johnson upon the occasion of her designation as recipient of the Teenager of the Year Award by the Colonie Elks Lodge on May 23, 2019 WHEREAS, It is the custom of this Legislative Body to act, in accord with its long-standing traditions, commending the youth of today, and leaders of tomorrow, whose character and achievements best exemplify the ideals and values cherished by this great State and Nation; and WHEREAS, This Legislative Body is justly proud to honor Liza Johnson upon the occasion of her designation as recipient of the Teenager of the Year Award by the Colonie Elks Lodge to be celebrated at an event on Thursday, May 23, 2019, at the Colonie Town Hall; and WHEREAS, Liza Johnson was selected for this auspicious award in recognition of her strong academic performance, her service to her school, and her commitment to the community; and WHEREAS, A senior at Shaker High School, Liza Johnson is actively involved in numerous activities including student government, World of Difference Club, Colonie Youth Court, Key Club, and Model United Nations Club where she serves as President; and WHEREAS, During her sophomore year, Liza Johnson attended the HOBY Leadership Conference which has allowed her to expand her skills and methods as a leader; and WHEREAS, Throughout her illustrious high school career, Liza Johnson has consecutively been named to the High Honor Roll list, and has been the recipient of several National Spanish Exam Medals; and WHEREAS, In addition, Liza Johnson has been a valuable member of the tennis, and indoor and outdoor track teams; for her outstanding efforts, she was named a Scholar Athlete, and was presented with the tennis team's Sportsmanship Award; and WHEREAS, Liza Johnson is an active part of her community, volunteering her time and energies to numerous organizations including the Shaker Food Pantry, Equinox, Cinderella's Closest, ENL Tutoring and Catwalk for a Cause; and WHEREAS, When she is not at school or helping someone, Liza Johnson works at Bellini's Italian Eatery, serves as a referee for LCSC, and plays an instrument in the Siena Chamber Orchestra; and WHEREAS, In achieving this high honor, Liza Johnson may take just pride in the inspiration and contribution to the spirit of excellence she brings to her family, friends, community and school; and WHEREAS, Liza Johnson's sense of civic duty and her commitment to others represents the best development of the potential which is inherent in our most precious resource, our youth; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to honor Liza Johnson upon the occasion of her designation as recipient of the Teenager of the Year Award by the Colonie Elks Lodge on May 23,