LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION commending Keio Academy of New York upon the
occasion of celebrating its 20th Anniversary on April 15, 2010

WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to recognize and
commend those institutions of true purpose and high achievement whose
exemplary programs and accomplishments clearly demonstrate an enduring
pursuit of excellence in the education of the youth of the Empire State;
and
WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-
standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to commend
Keio Academy of New York upon the occasion of celebrating its 20th Anni-
versary at the Cherry Blossom Reception to be held on Thursday, April
15, 2010; and
WHEREAS, Keio Academy of New York was established in 1990 by the Keio
Gijuku (Keio Private School System) of Japan, which also operates Keio
University, one of the most prestigious private schools in Japan, prima-
rily to meet the needs of Japanese living overseas; and
WHEREAS, Inheriting traditions established by Yukichi Fukuzawa whose
picture appears on the Japanese 10,000 yen currency, Keio's founder,
Keio Academy of New York is a unique international private academic
institution; and
WHEREAS, This extraordinary school is making every effort to be a
precursor in educating future leaders for the international scene as
society heads into the 21st Century; Keio Academy educates its students
through a unique bilingual and bicultural educational curriculum; and
WHEREAS, Keio Academy is governed by a volunteer Board of Trustees
made up of both Japanese and Americans who are Keio University staff
members and alumni, local community members, and corporate leaders
committed to the philosophy of bilingual and bicultural education; and
WHEREAS, Keio Academy of New York is accredited by the New York State
Department of Education and the Ministry of Education, Japan; in addi-
tion, the school was accredited by the New York State Association of
Independent Schools (NYSAIS) in 2001 and memberships are also held in
the Educational Records Bureau, the College Admission Counselors, and
Association of International Educators; and
WHEREAS, The steadfast and unyielding commitment of parents, educators
and administrators to provide the highest quality education for students
has become the hallmark and tradition of Keio Academy of New York; and
WHEREAS, Within the 21st Century, Keio Academy of New York is prepared
to reach out, in earnest and enthusiastic quest of its mission, to
promote the maximum growth of every student, establishing standards and
building skills which will carry its students and the citizens of its
community into the future; and
WHEREAS, The 20th Anniversary celebration of Keio Academy of New York
stands as a resolute testimony to the School's standards of excellence,
its uncompromising values, unparalleled dedication, and the special
teamwork of its family of students, parents, teachers and administra-
tors, who share common goals and uncommon expectations; now, therefore,
be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
commend Keio Academy of New York upon the occasion of celebrating its
20th Anniversary on April 15, 2010; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Keio Academy of New York.