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J2325Senate2019-2020 SessionResolution

Honor Top High School Students

Official title

“Commending Valedictorian Maya Goss and Salutatorian Hammad Izhar of floral Park Memorial High School, in recognition of their outstanding accomplishments”

Sponsor Anna KaplanSD-7
Status
Adopted
Impact
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Outcome
Adopted

What's happening

This Senate Resolution commends Maya Goss and Hammad Izhar of Floral Park Memorial High School for their outstanding academic achievements.

Why it matters

  1. Highlights the importance of academic excellence. by formally recognizing students who have achieved top rankings, impressive test scores, and active participation in extracurricular activities—demonstrating a holistic approach to student achievement.

  2. Underscores the value of community involvement and leadership. by noting Maya Goss's engagement in youth organization initiatives and Hammad Izhar’s participation in advanced STEM programs, setting examples for peers about balancing academics with civic contributions.

  3. Aims to inspire other students and communities. by publicly celebrating the achievements of these individuals, reinforcing the idea that hard work and dedication in both academics and service can lead to state-level recognition.

  4. Strengthens the relationship between schools and government. by having the legislature formally commend students, signaling that educational accomplishments are valued at the highest levels and encouraging continued investment in youth development.

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Honor Top High School Students

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Sponsors

Primary sponsor
Anna Kaplan

Senator · Senate District 7

Chair, Commerce, Economic Development And Small Business

No co-sponsors yet.

History

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

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Senate Resolution No. 2325 BY: Senator KAPLAN COMMENDING Valedictorian Maya Goss and Salutatorian Hammad Izhar of Floral Park Memorial High School, in recognition of their outstanding accomplishments WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to act in… Show all

Senate Resolution No. 2325 BY: Senator KAPLAN COMMENDING Valedictorian Maya Goss and Salutatorian Hammad Izhar of Floral Park Memorial High School, in recognition of their outstanding accomplishments WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to act in accord with its long-standing traditions, to honor the youth of today, the leaders of tomorrow, whose character and achievements exemplify the ideals and values cherished by this great State and Nation; and WHEREAS, This Legislative Body is justly proud to commend Valedictorian Maya Goss and Salutatorian Hammad Izhar of Floral Park Memorial High School, in recognition of their outstanding accomplishments; and WHEREAS, Maya Goss, with a 104.05 GPA, scored a 1540 on the SAT and a 35 on the ACT; along with her academic achievements, she is an invaluable member of the school's award-winning Marching Band; and WHEREAS, This extraordinary young lady is also involved with the Metro New York Youth Adult Committee, an initiative spearheaded by her church; for the last two years, she has been planning and organizing group events for the Unitarian Universality Metro Community, promoting youth to work together; and WHEREAS, Hammad Izhar, with a 103.3 GPA, scored a 1530 on his SAT and attained a perfect score on the Math II and Biology Subject Tests; and WHEREAS, This exceptional young man is enrolled in the district's Instrumentation and Automation Program, where he is a student in the Physics "C" curriculum and will sit for the advanced placement exam in that subject in June of 2020; and WHEREAS, Valedictorian Maya Goss and Salutatorian Hammad Izhar represent the best of developed potential inherent in our most precious resource, our youth; their achievements have brought enduring honor to their families and communities and should be recognized and saluted; and WHEREAS, Valedictorian Maya Goss and Salutatorian Hammad Izhar may now stand with pride as they assess their achievements, experience the satisfaction of their labors and the joy of their accomplishments, eager to face the new experiences of a challenging world; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to commend Valedictorian Maya Goss and Salutatorian Hammad Izhar of Floral Park Memorial High School, in recognition of their outstanding accomplishments; and be it further RESOLVED, That copies of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to Valedictorian Maya Goss and Salutatorian Hammad Izhar.

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