LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION commending Albany Community Charter School upon
the occasion of its designation for special recognition

WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to recognize and
acknowledge those institutions of true purpose and high achievement
whose exemplary programs and accomplishments clearly demonstrate an
enduring pursuit of excellence in the education of the youth of the
Empire State; and
WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-
standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to commend
Albany Community Charter School upon the occasion of its designation for
special recognition; and
WHEREAS, Albany Community Charter School prepares students for a life-
time of opportunity by helping them master a standards-based curriculum
focused on literacy and other foundational knowledge; and
WHEREAS, By aligning the efforts of all members of the school communi-
ty, student, parent, teacher, principal, board, and civic organizations,
Albany Community Charter School dramatically increases the chances
students will be prepared to succeed when they move on to middle school,
high school, college, and into the workforce; to achieve that goal, the
learning community at the school emphasizes achievement, respect, and
positive behavior; and
WHEREAS, Albany Community Charter School has brought great credit upon
itself as a public charter school in Albany's South End, and it is
appropriate at this time to applaud the school for its outstanding
academic achievements and extend to it special honors and the highest
commendations; and
WHEREAS, Albany Community Charter School was authorized by the State
University of New York Board of Regents in 2005 and its charge was to
provide a top-quality educational option to families in the South End;
and
WHEREAS, Within three years, Albany Community Charter School estab-
lished itself as an academically rigorous charter school at which the
entire community, particularly the parents, actively participate in the
school's success; and
WHEREAS, Neal Currie, who as been with Albany Community Charter School
since its inception, currently serves as the Principal; his keen vision
and leadership appropriately serves as a model for the school; and
WHEREAS, The Albany Community Charter School teaching staff is dedi-
cated to ensuring that their students receive a high-quality education
which prepares them for a lifetime full of opportunity; and
WHEREAS, In the 2008-2009 school year, Albany Community Charter School
administered the New York State Testing Program for the first time; 100%
of the third grade class achieved a score of "Proficient" or "Above
Proficient" on the 2009 New York State math assessment; in addition, 97%
of the third grade class achieved a score of "Proficient" or "Above
Proficient" on the 2009 New York State English Language Arts assessment;
and
WHEREAS, This major accomplishment stands as a resolute testimony to
Albany Community Charter School's standards of excellence, its uncompro-
mising values, unparalleled dedication, and the special teamwork of its
family of students, parents, teachers and administrators, who share
common goals and uncommon expectations; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
commend Albany Community Charter School upon the occasion of its desig-
nation for special recognition; and be it further

RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Neal Currie, Principal, Albany Community Charter School.