LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION commending Rachel Shapiro upon the occasion of
her retirement as a Special Education teacher after many years of dedi-
cated service in education

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
Rachel Shapiro upon the occasion of her retirement as a Special Educa-
tion Teacher at Mepham High School of the Bellmore-Merrick Central High
School District, after many years of dedicated service in education; and
WHEREAS, Rachel Shapiro will be honored by the Bellmore-Merrick United
Secondary Teachers at its 27th Annual Awards Dinner Dance Program to be
held at the Woodbury Country Club on Thursday, June 18, 2009; and
WHEREAS, Educators like Rachel Shapiro provide a tremendous service to
the future of our State and Nation, inspiring generations of young
people in their educational journeys and ensuring their success in their
future years; and
WHEREAS, Rachel Shapiro has clearly had an enduring impact on the
youth of the Bellmore-Merrick Central High School District, 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 Rachel Shapiro upon the occasion of her retirement after many
years of dedicated service in education, and for her significant
contributions to education in New York State; and to wish her continued
success in all of her future endeavors; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Rachel Shapiro.