Celebrate Johnsburg School Centennial

Senate Resolution No. 1213 BY: Senator STEC COMMEMORATING the 100th Anniversary of Johnsburg Central School WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to recognize and commend those institutions of true purpose and high achievement whose exemplary programs and accomplishments clearly demonstrate an enduring pursuit of excellence in the education of the youth of this noble Empire State; and WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to comemmorate the 100th Anniversary of Johnsburg Central School; and WHEREAS, Johnsburg Central School, after 100 years of service to its community, continues to create an educational environment which ensures opportunities for learning, personal growth, and social responsibility; and WHEREAS, The history of the school spans back to 1894, when there were 21 rural school districts offering education through the eighth grade in the area prior to an important merger; The Union School (North Creek High School) was built in 1897 and expanded in 1925 with the construction of a large brick and mortar school which housed students in grades 7-12; and WHEREAS, In 1946, the 21 local school districts centralized, becoming Johnsburg Central School for grades 1-12, with pre-k and kindergarten added in later years; multiple physical additions to the building have been built since 1952, demonstrating the school's commitment to growth and adaptability to best serve its community; and WHEREAS, The steadfast and unyielding commitment of parents, educators, and administrators to provide the highest quality education for students has become the hallmark and tradition of Johnsburg Central School; and WHEREAS, Today, Johnsburg Central School stands prepared to reach out, in earnest and enthusiastic quest of its mission, to promote the maximum growth of every student, establishing standards and building skills which will carry its students and the citizens of its community into the future; and WHEREAS, Johnsburg Central School is proudly aware of its distinguished past, eager to fulfill its present commitment to parents, students, and the community, while planning with vision and purpose for the positive growth and change it will encounter in the years to come; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to commemorate the 100th Anniversary of Johnsburg Central School; and be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to Johnsburg Central School.