LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION honoring James Harrigan upon the occasion of his
retirement as Principal of PS/IS 229, after many years of dedicated
service in education

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
James Harrigan upon the occasion of his retirement as Principal of PS/IS
229 and as CSA District 20 Chair, after many years of dedicated service
in education; and
WHEREAS, James Harrigan began his esteemed teaching career in 1968 at
PS 105 in District 20; in 1972, he became the PS 105 Drug Prevention
Coordinator; displaying exemplary leadership skills and unwavering
devotion, he was promoted as Director of the Drug Abuse Prevention
Program for District 20 in 1976; and
WHEREAS, In 1982, James Harrigan was selected to serve as the Execu-
tive Assistant to the Community Superintendent; in this capacity, he was
an essential member of the team that wrote and was awarded a Magnet
Schools Assistant grant; in 1987, he served as Interim Acting Community
Superintendent; and
WHEREAS, One year later, James Harrigan became the Principal of PS
229; throughout his career, he has diligently served literally thousands
of students, parents, teachers, staff and community members but mere
years of service do not begin to measure his extraordinary contributions
to District 20; and
WHEREAS, Under James Harrigan's able leadership, PS 229 was recognized
by the Chancellor as one of the top 100 schools based on students'
performance on the 4th grade math exam; and
WHEREAS, Furthermore, James Harrigan was named by District 20 as the
Supervisor of the Year; in 1999, he was recognized by the City Council
for his educational leadership, an award voted on by his peers; in 2000,
he was designated as Educator of the Year by the New York City Board of
Education Emerald Society; and in 2001, he was honored by the Board of
Catholic Teachers Association; and
WHEREAS, In addition to his teaching and administrative responsibil-
ities, James Harrigan served as the District 20 Delegate for the Council
of Supervisors and Administrators; in 1997, he was chosen as the
District 20 Chairperson for the CSA, representing over 200 assistant
principals, principals and education administrators; and
WHEREAS, Educators like James Harrigan 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, James Harrigan has clearly had an enduring impact on the
youth of the District 20, as well as on the community-at-large, and
accordingly merits recognition and applause for his impressive dedi-
cation 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 James Harrigan upon the occasion of his retirement as Principal of
PS/IS 229, after many years of dedicated service in education, and for
his significant contributions to education in New York State; and to
wish him continued success in all his future endeavors; and be it
further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to James Harrigan.