LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION honoring Marjory Torrens upon the occasion of her
designation as recipient of the Patricia Christy Outstanding Retiree
Award by the Bellmore-Merrick United Secondary Teachers

WHEREAS, New York State's commitment to education is unparalleled; its
history and stature are secured by the superlative caliber of its educa-
tional professionals and the students they inspire; and
WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to acknowledge the
significant milestones in the distinguished careers of those outstanding
educational leaders whose dedication and achievements have been instru-
mental 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 honor
Marjory Torrens upon the occasion of her designation as recipient of the
Patricia Christy Outstanding Retiree Award by the Bellmore-Merrick
United Secondary Teachers to be celebrated at its 27th Annual Awards
Dinner Dance Program at the Woodbury Country Club on Thursday, June 18,
2009; and
WHEREAS, Former educators like Marjory Torrens have provided a tremen-
dous service to the future of our State and Nation, inspiring gener-
ations of young people in their educational journeys and ensuring their
success in their future years; and
WHEREAS, Marjory Torrens clearly had an enduring impact on the youth
of her 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
honor Marjory Torrens upon the occasion of her designation as recipient
of the Patricia Christy Outstanding Retiree Award by the Bellmore-Mer-
rick United Secondary Teachers; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Marjory Torrens.