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J2079Senate2019-2020 SessionResolution

Honor National Merit Scholar

Official title

“Congratulating Sabrina N. Eager 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 Sabrina N. Eager for being named a National Merit Scholar and honors her academic achievements.

Why it matters

  1. Highlights the significance of academic excellence and competitive achievement. , showing the value placed on high-performing students within the state and potentially inspiring other students to strive for similar recognition.

  2. Draws attention to the prestige of the National Merit Scholarship Program. , which is a highly selective national honor, thus underlining the rigor and competitiveness involved in earning such a distinction.

  3. Serves as a public record of support and encouragement for young talent in STEM fields. , as Sabrina N. Eager plans to major in Neuroscience, indicating the state's interest in fostering future leaders in science and research.

  4. Recognizes the supportive role of families, educators, and communities in student success. , reinforcing the idea that academic achievement is a collective effort and highlighting the broader social value of educational accomplishment.

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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. 2079 BY: Senator GAUGHRAN CONGRATULATING Sabrina N. Eager 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. 2079 BY: Senator GAUGHRAN CONGRATULATING Sabrina N. Eager 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 Sabrina N. Eager 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, Sabrina N. Eager 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 Syosset High School, Sabrina N. Eager plans to major in Neuroscience; and WHEREAS, Sabrina N. Eager, 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 her classmates, Sabrina N. Eager has brought honor to her family, school, and community; she truly embodies diligence, motivation and tenacity, admirable qualities that will serve her well now and into the future; and WHEREAS, Poised eagerly with enthusiasm and determined purpose, this scholar now stands honorably, with just pride in her accomplishments and in eager anticipation of future challenges, understanding and appreciating the caring counsel and support provided by her teachers, coaches and parents; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to congratulate Sabrina N. Eager 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 Sabrina N. Eager.

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