LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION honoring Dr. Kathleen M. Cashin upon the occasion
of her retirement after 38 distinguished years as an educator

WHEREAS, It is the practice of this Legislative Body to take note of and
publicly acknowledge individuals of remarkable integrity and character
whose endeavors have enhanced the quality of education in this great
State; and
WHEREAS, The result of many individual efforts, the excellence and the
success of the Knowledge Network Learning Support Organization is due in
large part to the efforts of Dr. Kathleen Cashin; and
WHEREAS, This Legislative Body is justly proud to honor Dr. Kathleen
M. Cashin upon the occasion of her retirement after 38 distinguished
years as an educator, to be celebrated on Thursday, May 20, 2010, in
Brooklyn, New York; and
WHEREAS, In her 38-year career, Dr. Cashin has served as a teacher,
staff developer, principal, reading consultant and program manager for
New York City schools; as Community Superintendent of District 23, she
spent many years building community and revitalizing the district, and
in her role as Regional Superintendent of Region 5, the largest
geographic region in the City, her initiative led the schools in the
area to achieve the most significant growth in ELA and Math scores in
the City; and
WHEREAS, As the CEO of the Department of Education's Knowledge
Network, Dr. Cashin supports 97 schools throughout New York City,
providing the individualized and in-depth support needed to help them to
sustain their growth and achievement; for the last three years, she has
directed the organization which helps to oversee and support school
principals; and
WHEREAS, Dr. Cashin's educational background includes a Bachelor of
Science degree in Education from Brentwood College, a Master of Science
degree in Education from Brooklyn College, and a Professional Diploma
and Doctorate from Fordham University; and
WHEREAS, In addition to her work with the Department of Education, Dr.
Cashin also served as an adjunct professor for 10 years at Brooklyn
College, and for the past several years at New York University; she has
always dedicated herself to educating children, ensuring that every
child receives an equal opportunity to develop into a contributing
member of society; and
WHEREAS, Dr. Kathleen Cashin has continually demonstrated an impres-
sive dedication, an unparalleled devotion and an unremitting enthusiasm
for the quality of the educational programs and opportunities offered in
New York City for the benefit of the entire community; and
WHEREAS, In completing her service as an educator, Dr. Kathleen Cashin
leaves behind more than mere bricks and mortar; she leaves behind a
legacy to the City of New York and to future generations of its
students; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
commend Dr. Kathleen M. Cashin upon the occasion of her retirement, and
for her significant contributions to education in New York State; and be
it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Dr. Kathleen M. Cashin.