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J45Senate2025-2026 SessionResolution

Honor LI Hebrew Academy Anniversary

Official title

“Commending Long Island Hebrew Academy upon the occasion of celebrating its 25th Anniversary on December 3, 2024, and paying tribute to this year's honorees”

Sponsor Jack M. MartinsSD-7
Status
Adopted
Impact
1/10
Minimal
Outcome
Adopted

What's happening

This resolution commends Long Island Hebrew Academy on its 25th anniversary and honors its founders and notable community members.

Why it matters

  1. Highlights the impact of faith-based education. by recognizing an institution that has provided Jewish and Sephardic cultural education for 25 years, reflecting the importance of such schools in preserving cultural heritage within New York’s diverse communities.

  2. Underscores the significance of community involvement in education. by honoring not just the school, but also its founders, parent leaders, and standout educators, which may inspire greater community engagement in supporting local schools.

  3. Affirms legislative support for educational excellence and diversity. , suggesting that state lawmakers value and publicly acknowledge the role of private and religious schools alongside public institutions in fostering academic and ethical achievement.

  4. Celebrates the school’s role in shaping future generations. , reinforcing the idea that the legacy of educational institutions extends beyond academics to instilling shared values and community pride.

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Honor LI Hebrew Academy Anniversary

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Sponsors

Primary sponsor
Jack M. Martins

Senator · Senate District 7

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History

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

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Senate Resolution No. 45 BY: Senator MARTINS COMMENDING Long Island Hebrew Academy upon the occasion of celebrating its 25th Anniversary on

December 3, 2024, and paying tribute to this year's honorees 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… Show all

December 3, 2024, and paying tribute to this year's honorees 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 the Empire State; and WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to commend Long Island Hebrew Academy upon the occasion of celebrating its 25th Anniversary with a Milestone Legacy Dinner on Tuesday, December 3,

2024, at Temple Israel of Great Neck in Great Neck, New York; and WHEREAS, This year's distinguished honorees include: Founders, the Kalimian Family, the Shahery Family, and the Youssian Family; Parents of the Year, Mr. and Mrs. Issac Shaban; and Educator of… Show all

2024, at Temple Israel of Great Neck in Great Neck, New York; and WHEREAS, This year's distinguished honorees include: Founders, the Kalimian Family, the Shahery Family, and the Youssian Family; Parents of the Year, Mr. and Mrs. Issac Shaban; and Educator of the Decade, Morah Rivkah Lipsky; and WHEREAS, Long Island Hebrew Academy, a Jewish private school also known as LIHA, is a distinguished Yeshiva day school educating students from toddler through eighth grade; and WHEREAS, Nestled in the vibrant community of Great Neck, LIHA was established in 1998 with a steadfast mission: to provide every child with a rich, Sephardic Jewish education; and WHEREAS, Through its long and sustained commitment to excellence in educational endeavor, Long Island Hebrew Academy has so clearly advanced that spirit of united purpose and shared concern which is the unalterable manifestation of our American experience; and WHEREAS, The schools of a community mirror the character and values of the society in which they function; the residents, administration, faculty, students, and alumni of Long Island Hebrew Academy may justifiably take great pride in its past achievements, present recognition, and legacy of excellence afforded to future generations of the community; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to commend Long Island Hebrew Academy upon the occasion of celebrating its 25th Anniversary on December 3, 2024; and be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to Long Island Hebrew Academy.

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