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This resolution congratulates the Glen Cove High School Mixed Chorus for winning the Gold Medal at the NYSSMA Major Ensemble Festival Competition Level 5.
Why it matters
Elevates the importance of arts education. by highlighting the value of music competitions in fostering student pride, discipline, and teamwork, reinforcing the role of extracurricular activities in holistic education.
Recognizes individual and collective achievement. , naming each student by section, which not only celebrates the group’s success but also publicly acknowledges personal dedication and hard work—a motivational factor for students and their families.
Strengthens community and school spirit. by officially involving the state legislature in honoring local accomplishments, which can encourage ongoing support for music and arts programs in schools.
Sets a precedent for future recognition. of student achievements in the arts, potentially inspiring other schools and ensembles to strive for excellence, knowing their accomplishments may also receive formal acknowledgment.
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Honor Glen Cove Chorus Win
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Senate Resolution No. 2038 BY: Senator GAUGHRAN CONGRATULATING the Glen Cove High School Mixed Chorus upon the occasion of winning the Gold Medal at the NYSSMA Major Ensemble Festival Competition Level 5 WHEREAS, Music competition provides an opportunity for… Show allHide
Senate Resolution No. 2038 BY: Senator GAUGHRAN CONGRATULATING the Glen Cove High School Mixed Chorus upon the occasion of winning the Gold Medal at the NYSSMA Major Ensemble Festival Competition Level 5 WHEREAS, Music competition provides an opportunity for students to exhibit their practical skills to an audience, thereby giving them a sense of pride in their hard work and efforts; and WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to recognize the dedication and commitment of our young people who distinguish themselves through excellence in musical 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 Glen Cove High School Mixed Chorus upon the occasion of winning the Gold Medal at the NYSSMA Major Ensemble Festival Competition Level 5; and WHEREAS, The members of the Glen Cove High School Mixed Chorus include: Soprano: Johanna Aristondo, Shellsie Avelar-Sorto, Vivian Barahona, Dominique Bencivenni, Angelina Beverwijk-Holden, Sarah Braja, Caterina Carvelli, Marisabel Cavese, Arianna Farro, Ariana Garcia, Allaina James, Allyna James, Monica Juarez-Barnes, Gabriella Lopez-Rodriguez, Sofia Lorenti, Veronica Maldonado, Brianna Malvino, Gianna Marconi, Emily McCarthy, Kayla Perez, Nayelin Quezada, Taylor Riley, Amanda Rivera, Alejandra Romero-Cerritos, Kristen Sita, Madelaine Starke, Maya Taylor, Maria Valle, Devyn Venegas, Stephanie Villalobos, and Sarah Yates; Alto: Michaela Adam, Vanessa Amaya-Martinez, Jeanelly Arroyo, Angelica Bencio, Carolina Brasiello, Caitlin Callahan, Gabrielle Callahan, Diahana Cardenas, Elizabeth Ceriello, Michele Cruz-Chacon, Eve Forella, Perla Fuentes-Escobar, Susan Giovanniello, Elana Greim, Lillian Hall, Addison Huvane, Sarah Israel, Sydney Johnson, Sofia Kern, Lily Knobel, Jennifer LaRocca, Briana Lazo, Kayla Lewis, Kriscia Lopez-Martinez, Alise Mazjane, Nino Metreveli, Emily Nunez-Alas, Elena Ortiz, Gretter Oseguera-Martinez, Sarah Perez, Julia Perfetti, Chelsea Persaud, Jocelyn Recinos, Ariana Rivera, Gisselle Salinas, Doris Serrano, Gianna Stanco, Juliana Turcios, Isabelle Unger, Tamayra Warner, and Tigist Willson; Tenor: Erik Cela, Peter Reyes, Yiovanni Rivas, Kevin Romero, Jose Santos, and Dylan Trif; and Bass: Mikael Barajas, Matthew Coyle, Andrew Guster, Maxx Kern, Shawron Rice, and John Sanchez; and WHEREAS, Talent, dedication, and countless hours of practice have made the Mixed Chorus of Glen Cove High School the outstanding ensemble it is today; and WHEREAS, The members work hard at their music rehearsals, classroom assignments and practice sessions, fully aware that the amount of time and energy they are willing to expend directly affects the quality of their music; and WHEREAS, The Glen Cove High School Mixed Chorus members, along with their teacher, Mr. Ed Norris, as well as their parents, can be justifiably proud of their musical achievements; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to congratulate the Glen Cove High School Mixed Chorus upon the occasion of winning the Gold Medal at the NYSSMA Major Ensemble Festival Competition Level 5; and be it further RESOLVED, That copies of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to Mr. Ed Norris and each member of the Glen Cove High School Mixed Chorus.
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