LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION honoring Sheldon Hychman upon the occasion of his
designation as the Department of Education Awardee of the Year by the
Association of Orthodox Jewish Teachers on March 15, 2009

WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to take note of and
publicly acknowledge individuals who have distinguished themselves
through their exemplary careers, accomplishments, and purposeful lives
of service to their community; and
WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-
standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to honor
Sheldon Hychman upon the occasion of his designation as the Department
of Education Awardee of the Year by the Association of Orthodox Jewish
Teachers at its 39th Annual Luncheon to be held on Sunday, March 15,
2009, at The Renaissance, Brooklyn, New York; and
WHEREAS, Sheldon Hychman is being recognized for his commitment and
understanding in assisting the membership of the Association of Orthodox
Jewish Teachers as well as for supporting the policies of the organiza-
tion; and
WHEREAS, Sheldon Hychman began his education in the Union Free School
District in Levittown, Long Island, and subsequently in the New York
City Public School System; he graduated from Queens College with a Bach-
elor of Arts degree and from Herzliah Hebrew Teachers Institute with a
Hebrew teacher's diploma; and
WHEREAS, Today, Sheldon Hychman serves as a human resources policy
person in the Office of Employee Relations of the Department of Educa-
tion; his work entails research of material in statutes, Department of
Education bylaws, circulars, Chancellor's Regulations, and other offi-
cial directives and to provide technical assistance to both staff in the
field and at central headquarters; and
WHEREAS, In addition, Sheldon Hychman responds to inquiries from staff
in schools, field locations, unions, professional organizations, such as
the Association of Orthodox Jewish Teachers, and headquarter units
regarding personnel policies and procedures, accommodations, and time
off for religious observance timekeeping and leave regulations under the
Family and Medical Leave Act of 1993 (FMLA), etc.; and
WHEREAS, A man of singular distinction, Sheldon Hychman has been
called upon to contribute his time and talents to countless endeavors
and has always given of himself unstintingly; and
WHEREAS, Throughout the entire period of his community service, a
period of constructive involvement, Sheldon Hychman has stood constant
in dignity, good grace and humor; and
WHEREAS, Rare indeed is the occurrence of such a compassionate blend-
ing of strength, intellect and commitment as that demonstrated by Shel-
don Hychman over a lifetime of sacrifice and dedication to others; and
WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body that those who
enhance the quality of life in their community and have shown a long and
sustained commitment to the maintenance of high standards in their
profession, certainly have earned recognition and applause; now, there-
fore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
honor Sheldon Hychman upon the occasion of his designation as the
Department of Education Awardee of the Year by the Association of Ortho-
dox Jewish Teachers; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Sheldon Hychman.