LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION honoring Patrick Dougherty upon the occasion of
his retirement as Tioga Central School District Superintendent, after
more than 30 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
Patrick Dougherty upon the occasion of his retirement as Tioga Central
School District Superintendent, after more than 30 years of dedicated
service in education; and
WHEREAS, A 1971 Tioga Central graduate, Patrick Dougherty attained
degrees from Ithaca College, Elmira College and SUNY Cortland, and began
his career in 1975 as a history teacher in Weedsport, New York; and
WHEREAS, Two years later, Patrick Dougherty moved back home to the
Tioga Central Middle School, where he taught fifth-grade history for
nine years and served as the middle school's principal for seven years
before being named superintendent in 1993; and
WHEREAS, Educators like Patrick Dougherty 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, Patrick Dougherty has clearly had an enduring impact on the
youth of the Tioga Central School District, as well as on the communi-
ty-at-large, and accordingly merits recognition and applause for his
impressive dedication 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 Patrick Dougherty upon the occasion of his retirement as Tioga
Central School District Superintendent, after more than 30 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 of
his future endeavors; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Patrick Dougherty.