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J2074Senate2019-2020 SessionResolution

Honor National Merit Scholar

Official title

“congratulating Rohil Agarwal upon the occasion of being named a National Merit Scholar”

Sponsor Jim GaughranSD-5
Status
Adopted
Impact
1/10
Minimal
Outcome
Adopted

What's happening

This resolution congratulates Rohil Agarwal for being named a National Merit Scholar and recognizes his academic achievements.

Why it matters

  1. Highlights the value of academic excellence. by recognizing students like Rohil Agarwal, reinforcing the importance of high achievement and dedication among young people in the state.

  2. Showcases the prestige of the National Merit Scholar designation. , which is awarded through a highly competitive, nationwide process, underscoring the significance of Rohil’s accomplishment.

  3. Serves as a public acknowledgment of the support provided by families, teachers, and communities. to high-achieving students, emphasizing the collective effort behind individual academic success.

  4. Inspires other students and community members. by publicly celebrating role models who exemplify qualities such as diligence, motivation, and tenacity, potentially motivating others to strive for similar achievements.

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Honor National Merit Scholar

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Sponsors

Primary sponsor
Jim Gaughran

Senator · Senate District 5

Chair, Local Government

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History

  1. Adopted
  2. Reported to calendar for consideration
  3. Referred to finance

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Senate Resolution No. 2074 BY: Senator GAUGHRAN CONGRATULATING Rohil Agarwal upon the occasion of being named a National Merit Scholar WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to act, in accord with its long-standing traditions, to honor the… Show all

Senate Resolution No. 2074 BY: Senator GAUGHRAN CONGRATULATING Rohil Agarwal upon the occasion of being named a National Merit Scholar WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to act, in accord with its long-standing traditions, to honor the achievements of its young citizens and leaders of tomorrow, whose character and accomplishments exemplify the ideals and values cherished by this great State and Nation; and WHEREAS, This Legislative Body is justly proud to congratulate Rohil Agarwal upon the occasion of being named a National Merit Scholar on Wednesday, May 8, 2019; and WHEREAS, The National Merit Scholarship Program, one of the most prestigious academic recognition programs in the Nation, was established in 1955, and recognizes through rigorous competitive examinations, those students across the country who demonstrate exceptional academic ability; and WHEREAS, Rohil Agarwal was one of 2,500 Merit Scholar designees chosen from a talent pool of more than 15,000 outstanding Finalists in the 2019 National Merit Scholarship Program; and WHEREAS, After graduating from Hicksville High School, Rohil Agarwal plans to major in Aerospace Engineering; and WHEREAS, Rohil Agarwal, a superb student of singular distinction and superlative abilities, has established high standards of academic excellence and purposefulness of life rarely achieved in youthful years; and WHEREAS, An outstanding role model for his classmates, Rohil Agarwal has brought honor to his family, school, and community; he truly embodies diligence, motivation and tenacity, admirable qualities that will serve him well now and into the future; and WHEREAS, Poised eagerly with enthusiasm and determined purpose, this scholar now stands honorably, with just pride in his accomplishments and in eager anticipation of future challenges, understanding and appreciating the caring counsel and support provided by his teachers, coaches and parents; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to congratulate Rohil Agarwal upon the occasion of being named a National Merit Scholar; and be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to Rohil Agarwal.

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