LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION commending the Valedictorian and Salutatorian of
Downsville Central School, in recognition of their outstanding accom-
plishments

WHEREAS, It is the custom of this Legislative Body to honor the youth of
today -- the leaders of tomorrow -- whose character and achievements
exemplify the ideals and values cherished by this great State and
Nation; and
WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-
standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to recognize
and commend the Valedictorian and Salutatorian of Downsville Central
School, in recognition of their outstanding accomplishments; and
WHEREAS, Downsville Central School's 2009 Valedictorian is Kari Shaw,
and its 2009 Salutatorian is Janel Shaver, both of whom are being
commended for their outstanding academic performances and exemplary
achievements; and
WHEREAS, Kari Shaw and Janel Shaver may now stand with pride as they
assess their achievements, experience the satisfaction of their labors
and the joy of their accomplishments, eager to face the new experiences
of a challenging world; and
WHEREAS, These exceptional students of Downsville Central School
represent the best of developed potential inherent in our most precious
resource, our youth; their achievements have brought enduring honor to
their families and communities and should be recognized and saluted; and
WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to commend those
students of outstanding character, who have shown initiative and commit-
ment toward constantly pursuing higher goals for themselves, and acting
as role models of leadership to be emulated by their peers; now, there-
fore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
commend the Valedictorian and Salutatorian of Downsville Central School,
in recognition of their outstanding accomplishments, and to extend to
them the best wishes of this Legislative Body for a future of purposeful
success and well-being; and be it further
RESOLVED, That copies of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Kari Shaw and Janel Shaver.