LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION honoring Cheryl Coles upon the occasion of her
retirement after 31 distinguished years as an educator

WHEREAS, It is the practice of this Legislative Body to take note of and
publicly acknowledge individuals of remarkable integrity and character
whose endeavors have enhanced the quality of education in this great
State; and
WHEREAS, The result of many individual efforts, the excellence and the
success of Public School 68 also known as "The Edward A. Fogel School
for Critical Thinking and the Arts" is due in large part to the efforts
of Cheryl Coles; and
WHEREAS, Her diligent work within the school districts in her communi-
ty, and her successes at Public School 68 have allowed her school to
receive an "A" on the School Report Card for the last two years; and
WHEREAS, This Legislative Body is justly proud to honor Cheryl Coles
upon the occasion of her retirement after 31 distinguished years as an
educator; she will retire on June 10, 2010; and
WHEREAS, Cheryl Coles has worked with the City Council to help bring
in necessary funds to be certain her students receive a quality educa-
tion; her dedication to bringing public resources to Bronx students
exemplifies her commitment to bringing excellence to New York City
schools; and
WHEREAS, Cheryl Coles has continually demonstrated an impressive dedi-
cation, an unparalleled devotion and an unremitting enthusiasm for the
quality of the educational programs and opportunities offered at Public
School 68 for the benefit of its faculty and students, as well as for
the entire community; and
WHEREAS, In completing 18 years of service as a Principal, Cheryl
Coles leaves behind more than mere bricks and mortar, she leaves behind
a legacy to the residents of the Bronx community and to future gener-
ations of its students; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
commend Cheryl Coles upon the occasion of her retirement, and for her
significant contributions to education in New York State; and be it
further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Cheryl Coles.