LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION congratulating the Landing Elementary School of
Glen Cove, New York, upon the occasion of its designation as recipient
of the National Blue Ribbon of Excellence Award

WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to recognize and
commend institutions of true purpose and high achievement whose exem-
plary programs and accomplishments clearly demonstrate the pursuit of
excellence in education and service to the community; and
WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-
standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to congratu-
late the Landing Elementary School of Glen Cove, New York, upon the
occasion of its designation as recipient of the National Blue Ribbon of
Excellence Award; this auspicious occasion will be celebrated on Tues-
day, April 12, 2011, at a ceremony to be held at the Landing Elementary
School in Glen Cove, New York; and
WHEREAS, Known as "the Friendly School," Landing Elementary School of
Glen Cove, New York, is a place that prides itself on being a family;
its caring and nurturing faculty and staff are committed to bringing
each and every child a full and enriched educational experience; and
WHEREAS, The Landing Elementary School strives each day to reach its
personal goals and celebrate its many successes; the school values its
cultural diversity and is appreciative of the unique qualities of every-
one; it understands that learning styles are individual and varied, and
it continually searches for ways to reach all learners so that each
child can realize his or her own personal potential; and
WHEREAS, The Blue Ribbon Schools Program honors public and private
elementary, middle, and high schools that are either high performing or
have improved student achievement to high levels, especially among
disadvantaged students; the program is part of a larger Department of
Education effort to identify and disseminate knowledge about best school
leadership and teaching practices; each year since 1982, the U.S.
Department of Education has sought out schools where students attain and
maintain high academic goals, including those that beat the odds; and
WHEREAS, Selected as one of 304 schools nationwide for the 2010 Blue
Ribbon Schools Award, schools such as Landing Elementary School of Glen
Cove that are designated as Blue Ribbon Schools serve as role models for
schools throughout the nation; Landing Elementary was one of only two
schools on Long Island selected for this award this year: and
WHEREAS, This prestigious nomination is reserved for public and
private elementary, middle and high schools that are academically supe-
rior or have made significant progress and helped close gaps in achieve-
ment especially among disadvantaged and minority students; this nomi-
nation is a testament to the commitment of the Board of Education,
administration and staff have made to improving student achievement and
to the hard work of the students at the Landing Elementary School; and
WHEREAS, The Landing Elementary School of Glen Cove, New York, contin-
ues to fulfill its laudatory educational purposes and is proudly aware
of its distinguished past; it is eager to fulfill its commitment to its
students, faculty, alumni and community, and is planning with vision and
purpose for the growth and change it will encounter in the years to
come; and
WHEREAS, This auspicious occasion presents a unique opportunity for
this Legislative Body to recognize and pay tribute to the Landing
Elementary School of Glen Cove, New York; and
WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body that when an educa-
tional institution of such noble aims and accomplishments is brought to

our attention, it should be recognized and applauded by all the citizens
of this great Empire State; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
congratulate the Landing Elementary School of Glen Cove, New York, upon
the occasion of its designation as recipient of the National Blue Ribbon
of Excellence Award; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to the Landing Elementary School of Glen Cove, New York.