LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION commending Michele Kule-Korgood upon the occasion
of her designation for special recognition by New York Families for
Autistic Children on February 26, 2009

WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to take note of and
publicly acknowledge individuals who have distinguished themselves
through their exemplary careers, accomplishments, and purposeful lives
of service to their community; and
WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-
standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to commend
Michele Kule-Korgood upon the occasion of her designation for special
recognition by New York Families for Autistic Children at its
Dinner/Dance to be held on Thursday, February 26, 2009; and
WHEREAS, A woman of singular distinction, Michele Kule-Korgood has
been called upon to contribute her time and talents to countless civic
and charitable endeavors and has always given of herself unstintingly;
and
WHEREAS, An attorney in private practice in Forest Hills, New York,
Michele Kule-Korgood focuses almost exclusively on representing parents
of children with disabilities in obtaining appropriate special education
services, representing hundreds of families who are challenging the
recommendations made by school districts; and
WHEREAS, Over the years, Michele Kule-Korgood has used her experience
as a former special education teacher to give her a unique insight into
the complex issues surrounding these matters; and
WHEREAS, An active member of the New York State Bar Association
Committee on Issues Affecting People with Disabilities, as well as other
special education related community organizations, Michele Kule-Korgood
is a member of the Board of the Center for Learning Differences and the
Council of Parent Attorneys and Advocates; and
WHEREAS, Furthermore, Michele Kule-Korgood is a frequent speaker at
conferences held by the Practicing Law Institute, the National Business
Institute, Lorman, the New York State Bar Association and the Council of
Parent Attorneys and Advocates, and also lectures at various agencies
which provide special education and/or advocacy services; and
WHEREAS, Michele Kule-Korgood received her Juris Doctor degree from
Hofstra University School of Law and a Bachelor of Science degree in
Special Education and a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology from
Boston University; and
WHEREAS, Throughout the entire period of her service, a period of
constructive involvement, Michele Kule-Korgood has stood constant in
dignity, good grace and humor; and
WHEREAS, Rare indeed is the impressive dedication shown by an individ-
ual for the benefit of others which Michele Kule-Korgood has displayed
throughout her life; and
WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body that when individ-
uals of such noble aims and accomplishments are brought to our atten-
tion, they should be celebrated and recognized by all the citizens of
the great State of New York; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
commend Michele Kule-Korgood upon the occasion of her designation for
special recognition by New York Families for Autistic Children; and be
it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Michele Kule-Korgood.