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J2090Senate2019-2020 SessionResolution

Honor Dr. Mortley’s Retirement

Official title

“Congratulating Dr. Julia Mortley upon the occasion of her retirement after 33 distinguished years as an educator in the New York City Department of Education”

Sponsor Velmanette MontgomerySD-25
Status
Adopted
Impact
1/10
Minimal
Outcome
Adopted

What's happening

This resolution congratulates Dr. Julia Mortley on her retirement after 33 years of service as an educator in New York City.

Why it matters

  1. Highlights the long-term impact of dedicated educators. by showcasing Dr. Mortley’s 33-year career, emphasizing how individual commitment shapes generations of students and uplifts entire school communities.

  2. Underscores the importance of leadership roles in education. , drawing attention to Dr. Mortley’s progression from teacher to principal, and how such advancement allows experienced educators to influence not just classrooms, but school-wide culture and policy.

  3. Recognizes community collaboration in educational success. , noting Dr. Mortley’s acknowledgment of staff, parents, and community members—reinforcing that student progress is a collective effort, not just the achievement of individual educators.

  4. Reinforces the value placed on educators by public institutions. , as the formal resolution and public celebration demonstrate that the state legislature sees lasting educational service as worthy of official recognition, potentially encouraging greater respect and retention in the profession.

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Honor Dr. Mortley’s Retirement

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Sponsors

Primary sponsor
Velmanette Montgomery

Senator · Senate District 25

Chair, Children And Families

No co-sponsors yet.

History

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

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Senate Resolution No. 2090 BY: Senator MONTGOMERY CONGRATULATING Dr. Julia Mortley upon the occasion of her retirement after 33 distinguished years as an educator in the New York City Department of Education WHEREAS, New York State's commitment to education… Show all

Senate Resolution No. 2090 BY: Senator MONTGOMERY CONGRATULATING Dr. Julia Mortley upon the occasion of her retirement after 33 distinguished years as an educator in the New York City Department of Education WHEREAS, New York State's commitment to education is unparalleled; its history and stature are secured by the superlative caliber of its educational professionals and the students they inspire; and WHEREAS, It is the custom of this Legislative Body to acknowledge the significant milestones in the distinguished careers of those outstanding educational leaders, whose dedication and achievements have been instrumental in developing character and academic excellence in the young people of New York State; and WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to congratulate Dr. Julia Mortley upon the occasion of her retirement after

33 distinguished years as an educator in the New York City Department of Education; and WHEREAS, This momentous occasion will be celebrated at an event held in her honor on Tuesday, June 25, 2019, at Antun's in Queens, New York; and WHEREAS, Dr. Julia Mortley began her esteemed career in education in

1986, as a teacher at P.S. 191 in District 17 Brooklyn where she transitioned from being a third grade teacher for eight years to being a fourth grade teacher for three years; she also served as a Literacy Specialist; and WHEREAS, From 1999-2006, Dr. Julia Mortley was the Assistant Principal in District 13 at P.S. 9 in Brooklyn; in this capacity, she served the populations of P.S. 9, P.S. 256 and P.S. 305; she was later promoted to Principal of Public School 305 - Dr. Peter Ray Elementary School in 2006; she will retire from her career in education in June of

2019; and WHEREAS, Dr. Julia Mortley is truly proud of her students, and realizes their steady progress could not have been made without the staff, parents, students and the community coming together as a village to make a difference in the lives of its… Show all

2019; and WHEREAS, Dr. Julia Mortley is truly proud of her students, and realizes their steady progress could not have been made without the staff, parents, students and the community coming together as a village to make a difference in the lives of its children; and WHEREAS, Educators like Dr. Julia Mortley provide a tremendous service to the future of our State and Nation, inspiring generations of young people in their educational journeys and ensuring their success in their future years; and WHEREAS, Dr. Julia Mortley has clearly had an enduring impact on the youth of P.S. 305, the Dr. Peter Ray Elementary School, as well as on the community-at-large, and accordingly merits recognition and applause for her impressive dedication to others; and WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to commend the efforts of those individuals who work to support our proud tradition of public education by providing their skills and talents to our schools; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to congratulate Dr. Julia Mortley upon the occasion of her retirement after

33 distinguished years as an educator in the New York City Department of Education; and to wish her continued success in all of her future endeavors; and be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to Dr. Julia Mortley.

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