2009-J612
LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION congratulating Therese Calvano upon the occasion
of her designation for special recognition as the recipient of the New
York State PTA Distinguished Service Award
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, Individuals who give of their time and energies and serve the
best interests of their communities are an asset beyond remuneration and
cannot be sufficiently extolled; and
WHEREAS, Therese Calvano has given not only of her time and energies
but also of her competence, intelligence and leadership, and consequent-
ly has been designated for special recognition by the East Ramapo PTA
Council; and
WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-
standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to congratu-
late Therese Calvano upon the occasion of her designation for special
recognition as the recipient of the New York State PTA Distinguished
Service Award, this auspicious occasion will be celebrated on Monday,
March 23, 2009, at the Chestnut Ridge Middle School in Chestnut Ridge,
New York; and
WHEREAS, The East Ramapo PTA Council Founders Day celebration annually
honors the memory of founders and other leaders of the PTA; and
WHEREAS, For her continuing dedication, Therese Calvano is being
honored by the East Ramapo PTA Council with the New York State PTA
Distinguished Service Award; and
WHEREAS, Therese Calvano has proven herself to be an extra special
individual making an enormous contribution to the welfare of children
and youth; and
WHEREAS, Rare indeed is the impressive dedication shown by an individ-
ual for the benefit of others which Therese Calvano has displayed
throughout her life; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
congratulate Therese Calvano upon the occasion of her designation for
special recognition as the recipient of the New York State PTA Distin-
guished Service Award; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Therese Calvano.