LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION commemorating the 50th Anniversary of the Kadimah
School of Buffalo, New York, to be celebrated on Sunday, June 7, 2009

WHEREAS, It is the practice of this Legislative Body to recognize and
honor those institutions and their leadership whose true purpose and
faithful endeavors contribute significantly to the education and prepa-
ration of the youth who will comprise the future strength and vision of
this great Empire State; and
WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-
standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to commem-
orate the 50th Anniversary of the Kadimah School of Buffalo, New York,
to be celebrated on Sunday, June 7, 2009; and
WHEREAS, Kadimah School offers an exceptional educational experience
for children 18 months through eighth grade; the word Kadimah means
"Forward"; therefore, the Kadimah School is committed to providing its
students with the tools to move forward in life by instilling them with
strong academic strengths, group skills, high self-esteem, confidence,
team building and healthy values; and
WHEREAS, Kadimah School offers students the opportunity to receive
their early education -- both general and Judaic -- thus achieving a
maximum of educational benefits in a minimum of time; its general course
of study parallels what students would receive in the best public and
private schools, and its Judaic education provides a well-rounded
schooling of history, Torah teachings and Hebrew; and
WHEREAS, Each student is encouraged to strive for excellence and
academic growth while maintaining the highest standards in attitude and
behavior, reflecting moral sensitivity, personal refinement, and human
decency; and
WHEREAS, The mission of Kadimah School is to provide an education
which stresses both general and Judaic studies and integrates them into
a program that develops intellectual capabilities, religious awareness,
social conscience, physical and mental health and personal integrity; to
offer a superior academic program that prepares students for further
education -- a secular program which is in keeping with the highest
pedagogic standards and meets or exceeds the requirements of the State
of New York; and
WHEREAS, In addition, Kadimah School is committed to educating its
students in the Hebrew language, Bible, Jewish literature, Jewish obser-
vances and customs, and Jewish history; fostering understanding and
respect for all approaches to Judaism and to be a caring, accountable
community member; preparing students for active, responsible American
citizenship and encouraging individual development within a framework of
rational and moral values; and
WHEREAS, Children in the Pearl and Mel Siegel Nursery School (ages 18
months through pre-K) are provided with the foundation for success as
they move forward towards their formal education; and
WHEREAS, Students in Kindergarten - eighth grade (The Sam, Paula and
Sol Messinger Building) are given an exemplary academic, social and
spiritual education in a warm, stimulating, nurturing, and state-of-the-
art environment; they are guided by dedicated, creative teachers who
help empower them to strive towards their potential; and
WHEREAS, Kadimah's Middle School students experience an accelerated
curriculum which results in their graduating from Kadimah having satis-
fied three New York State Regents requirements in Algebra, Earth Science
and Hebrew; this enables them to enter High School with the distinct
advantage of taking honors and elective courses; and

WHEREAS, Kadimah students are well-prepared for future success; a
mastery of skills including problem-solving, creativity, communication
and students high self-esteem, confidence, group skills and values
ensures their path towards a bright and exciting successful future; and
WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to join with Kadimah
School in the celebration of its 50th Anniversary, recognizing, on this
auspicious occasion, that the quality and dignity of life are empowered
by the faithful and diligent efforts of such noble institutions of
learning; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
commemorate the 50th Anniversary of Kadimah School of Buffalo, New York,
noting the propriety of its goals, the constancy of its commitment and
the significance of its accomplishments, in preparing the youth of today
and the leaders of tomorrow; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Joel E. Weiss, Headmaster of Kadimah School of Buffalo, New
York.