LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION honoring Charles R. German on the occasion of his
retirement from Roxbury Central School after 30 years of distinguished
service as an educator

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 practice of this Legislative Body to take note of
and publicly acknowledge individuals of remarkable integrity and charac-
ter whose endeavors have enhanced the quality of education in this great
State; and
WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-
standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to honor
Charles R. "Rick" German upon the occasion of his retirement after 30
years as an educator, an auspicious milestone which will be celebrated
at a Recognition Ceremony hosted by the Roxbury Central School District
and Board of Education in the high school library on Wednesday, June 10,
2009; and
WHEREAS, The result of many individual efforts, the excellence and
success of Roxbury Central School and the Roxbury Central School
District are due in large part to the efforts of retiring teacher Rick
German; and
WHEREAS, Rick German, himself a graduate of Roxbury Central School and
of SUNY Oneonta, has dedicated his entire career to teaching students at
Roxbury; he taught 5th grade his entire teaching career and, over the
years, was also a soccer coach; and
WHEREAS, Rick German has demonstrated an impressive dedication, an
unparalleled devotion and an unremitting enthusiasm for the quality of
the educational programs and opportunities offered by Roxbury Central
School District for the benefit of its faculty and students, as well as
for the entire Roxbury community; and
WHEREAS, In completing his service as a teacher, Rick German leaves
behind more than bricks and mortar, he leaves behind a legacy to the
residents of the Roxbury Central School community and to future gener-
ations of its students; and
WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to acknowledge
significant milestones in the careers of outstanding educators such as
Charles R. German, whose dedication and achievements have been instru-
mental in developing character and academic excellence in the young
people of New York State; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
honor Charles R. German upon the occasion of his retirement from Roxbury
Central School, to commend him for his significant contributions to
education in New York State, and to wish him well in his retirement; and
be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Charles R. German.