LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION commending the Brooklyn Tech Alumni Foundation,
Inc. upon the occasion of its 25th Annual Homecoming

WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to recognize that the
quality and character of life in the communities across New York State
are reflective of the concerned and dedicated efforts of those organiza-
tions and individuals who would devote themselves to the welfare of the
community and its citizenry; and
WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-
standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to commend
the Brooklyn Tech Alumni Foundation, Inc. upon the occasion of its 25th
Annual Homecoming, to be celebrated on Saturday, April 25, 2009; and
WHEREAS, Brooklyn Technical High School's Homecoming Weekend is not
only a chance for alumni to reconnect with their classmates, but most
importantly, it is a showcase of the School's remarkable students, dedi-
cated faculty and challenging curriculum; it is also an opportunity to
highlight the achievements of one of New York City's best public high
schools; and
WHEREAS, The mission of Brooklyn Technical High School is to inspire
and challenge its students to maximize their talents for the benefit of
society; it educates students in pre-engineering, the technologies, the
sciences and mathematics with a significant emphasis on the humanities;
and
WHEREAS, With an ethical foundation throughout the curricula, Brooklyn
Technical High School equips its students to enter in and succeed at the
most competitive colleges and universities; relying heavily on an inter-
disciplinary curriculum, the school will prepare its graduates to become
academic, business and community leaders for the 21st Century; and
WHEREAS, The objectives of Brooklyn Technical High School are to:
provide an environment for educational, social and emotional growth in
which students with superior scholastic aptitudes can develop their
intellectual gifts and become committed to an examination of ethical
approaches to solve world problems; furnish an environment for the
research and development of innovative and interdisciplinary approaches
in the areas of mathematics, science, engineering, computer science and
the liberal arts; attract and challenge outstanding educators to guide
students in achieving the highest standard of academic excellence; and
to prepare its students for leadership and professional roles at the
university level and in society, with an awareness of social responsi-
bility to the community; and
WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body that when insti-
tutions of such noble aims and accomplishments are brought to our atten-
tion, they should be celebrated and recognized by all the citizens of
the great State of New York; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
commend the Brooklyn Tech Alumni Foundation, Inc. upon the occasion of
its 25th Annual Homecoming; and be it further
RESOLVED, That copies of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Principal Randy J. Asher, and to Matthew M. Mandery, CEO.