LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION commemorating the 80th Anniversary of the Lake-
ville Elementary School, Great Neck, New York

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 commem-
orate the 80th Anniversary of Lakeville Elementary School, Great Neck,
New York; and
WHEREAS, In celebration of its eight decades of excellence in educa-
tion, the students, teachers and parents of the Lakeville Elementary
School have planned a number of events throughout the year, concluding
with a family evening to be held Wednesday, June 17, 2009; and
WHEREAS, With more than 700 families representing a myriad of
cultures, the Lakeville Elementary School emphasizes compassion and
community; it boasts a Tolerance Committee that has been in place for
more than 15 years as well as many in-school programs; furthermore,
outreach work has been done in several different areas; and
WHEREAS, Various events held at Lakeville Elementary School include a
pink lemonade stand to raise funds for the Young Survival Coalition for
Breast Cancer; a "Souper Bowl" to help stock the shelves of food
pantries on Long Island; and a Book Drive to provide new and gently used
books to those less fortunate; and
WHEREAS, Under the direction of Principal Barbara Raber, Lakeville
Elementary School has been nominated for a Blue Ribbon School of Excel-
lence Award; this designation by the United States Department of Educa-
tion is indicative of high level school standards set in pursuit of
excellence; and
WHEREAS, The steadfast and unyielding commitment of parents, educators
and administrators to provide the highest quality education for students
has become the hallmark and tradition of the Lakeville Elementary
School; and
WHEREAS, Within the 21st Century, the Lakeville Elementary School
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; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
commemorate the 80th Anniversary of the Lakeville Elementary School,
Great Neck, New York; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Barbara Raber, Principal, Lakeville Elementary School, 47-27
Jayson Avenue, Great Neck, New York 11020.