LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION congratulating Rachel A. Badger upon the occasion
of her designation for special recognition as recipient of the 2010
Educator of the Year Award by the West Seneca Chamber of Commerce

WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to recognize that the
quality and character of life in the communities across New York State
are enhanced by the concerned and dedicated efforts of individuals that
generously contribute to the welfare of the community and its citizenry;
and
WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-
standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to congratu-
late Rachel A. Badger upon the occasion of her designation for special
recognition as recipient of the 2010 Educator of the Year Award by the
West Seneca Chamber of Commerce; this auspicious occasion will be cele-
brated on Saturday, February 27, 2010; and
WHEREAS, Rachel A. Badger is the principal of the West Elementary
School in West Seneca, New York; and
WHEREAS, The holder of a Bachelor of Science degree as well as a
Master of Science degree, Rachel A. Badger has been in the education
field for 27 years; and
WHEREAS, Starting out as a primary and intermediate special education
teacher, Rachel A. Badger advanced to the position of coordinator direc-
tor; she continued to progress in her career to positions as assistant
principal and then principal; and
WHEREAS, Managing a current population of 793 students and over 100
staff members at West Elementary School in West Seneca, New York, Rachel
A. Badger combines strong instructional skills and leadership talents
along with creative problem solving, effective decision making, and
excellent judgment in order to create an educational community focused
on extraordinary levels of achievement; and
WHEREAS, A highly visible principal, Rachel A. Badger is active in all
school activities including musical concerts, physical education events,
student clubs, and especially all PTA meetings and conferences; and
WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body that when an indi-
vidual of such noble aims and accomplishments is brought to our atten-
tion, she should be recognized by all the citizens of this great Empire
State; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
congratulate Rachel A. Badger upon the occasion of her designation for
special recognition as recipient of the 2010 Educator of the Year Award
by the West Seneca Chamber of Commerce; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Rachel A. Badger, 28 Ketchum Place, Buffalo, New York 14213.