LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION commending Dr. Virginia Cancroft upon the occa-
sion of her retirement after 24 years as Principal of Harley Avenue
Primary School

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 Harley Avenue Primary School is due in large part to the
efforts of Dr. Virginia Cancroft; and
WHEREAS, This Legislative Body is justly proud to commend Dr. Virginia
Cancroft upon the occasion of her retirement as Principal of Harley
Avenue Primary School; and
WHEREAS, Dr. Virginia Cancroft began her career in Elwood as a 3rd
grade teacher at the Cuba Hill School in 1958, but left at the end of
that year for child care purposes; she also worked part-time in Elwood
for a year in the 1960s, and then began working on a regular basis as a
half-time reading teacher in 1971; and
WHEREAS, Dr. Virginia Cancroft completed her undergraduate studies at
the State Teachers College in Framingham, Massachusetts, where she
earned a Bachelor's degree in Education; her graduate credentials, both
at the Masters and Doctorate level were from Hofstra University; and
WHEREAS, Her passion for reading is not only related to her area of
specialization as an educator, but her personal desire to insure that
all of our youngsters have a solid foundation in literacy; and
WHEREAS, Doctor "C" as her staff and parents affectionately call her,
has become a legendary administrator in the community; she has justly
earned the respect and admiration of all, not only because of exemplary
leadership, but because she has proved, time and time again, that she
has a genuine respect and love for her students as well as the community
at large, seeking to bring out the best in everyone; and
WHEREAS, Dr. Virginia Cancroft has continually demonstrated an impres-
sive dedication, an unparalleled devotion and an unremitting enthusiasm
for the quality of the educational programs and opportunities offered at
Harley Avenue Primary School for the benefit of its faculty and
students, as well as for the entire community; and
WHEREAS, In completing her service as Principal, Dr. Virginia Cancroft
leaves behind more than mere bricks and mortar; she leaves behind a
legacy to the residents of her community and to future generations of
its students; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
commend Dr. Virginia Cancroft 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 Dr. Virginia Cancroft.