LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION honoring Neil Lederer upon the occasion of his
retirement as Superintendent of Schools of the Lindenhurst School
District

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 sense of this Legislative Body to acknowledge the
significant milestones in the distinguished careers of those outstanding
educational leaders, whose dedication and achievements have been instru-
mental in developing character and academic excellence in the young
people of New York State; and
WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-
standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to honor Neil
Lederer upon the occasion of his retirement as Superintendent of Schools
of the Lindenhurst School District; and
WHEREAS, Neil Lederer has served as the Superintendent of the Linden-
hurst School District for the last seven years; during his tenure, state
assessment test scores district wide have improved; and
WHEREAS, The President of the Suffolk County School Superintendent's
Association during the 2006-2007 school year, Neil Lederer has been the
recipient of a multitude of awards, honors and certificates of recogni-
tion, acknowledging his efforts of in-depth magnitude, including the
2008 Golden Apple Award from the Boy Scouts of Suffolk County; and
WHEREAS, Educators like Neil Lederer provide a tremendous service to
the future of our State and Nation, inspiring generations of young
people in their educational journeys and ensuring their success in their
future years; and
WHEREAS, Neil Lederer has clearly had an enduring impact on the youth
of the Lindenhurst School District, as well as on the community-at-
large, and accordingly merits recognition and applause for his impres-
sive dedication to others; and
WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to commend the
efforts of those individuals who work to support our proud tradition of
public education by providing their skills and talents to our schools;
now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
honor Neil Lederer upon the occasion of his retirement as Superintendent
of Schools of the Lindenhurst School District and for his significant
contributions to education in New York State and to wish him continued
success in all of his future endeavors; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Neil Lederer.