LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION honoring Sacred Heart Academy upon the occasion
of its 60th Anniversary

WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to recognize and
commend those institutions of commitment and high achievement whose
purpose and endeavors prove a dedication to the pursuit of excellence in
the education of the youth of this noble Empire State; and
WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-
standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to honor
Sacred Heart Academy upon the occasion of its 60th Anniversary; and
WHEREAS, In 1949, the Sisters of Saint Joseph of Brentwood opened
Sacred Heart Academy, a private, catholic, college preparatory high
school for young women located in Hempstead, New York; and
WHEREAS, A graduate of Sacred Heart Academy is a "Woman of Heart" who
has been striving for excellence, not only in academics, but in other
aspects of life as well; she exemplifies the educational mission of the
Sisters of St. Joseph in being an inclusively loving, non-violent person
of reconciliation, spiritually rooted in her faith; and
WHEREAS, An integral part of the history of its community, Sacred
Heart Academy represents a dynamic, responsive and positive force within
the educational system of New York State; and
WHEREAS, Within the 21st Century, Sacred Heart Academy stands prepared
to reach out, in earnest and enthusiastic quest of its mission, to
promote the maximum growth of every student, establishing standards and
building skills which will carry its students and the citizens of its
community into the future; and
WHEREAS, Proudly aware of its distinguished past and eager to fulfill
its present commitment to parents, students and the community, Sacred
Heart Academy is planning with vision and purpose for the ebb and swell
of growth and change it will encounter in the years to come; and
WHEREAS, It is only fitting that this Legislative Body extend its
highest commendation to the administration, teachers, staff and parents,
both past and present, of Sacred Heart Academy for their dedication and
commitment to the children, school and community; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
honor Sacred Heart Academy upon the occasion of its 60th Anniversary;
and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Sacred Heart Academy.