LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION commending Time Warner Cable upon the occasion of
creating its science, technology, engineering, math initiative (STEM),
"Connect a Million Minds"

WHEREAS, It is the practice of this Legislative Body to recognize and
support those illustrious organizations which serve to better prepare
New York State students for their future; and
WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-
standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to commend
Time Warner Cable upon the occasion of creating its science, technology,
engineering, math initiative (STEM), "Connect a Million Minds" and host-
ing several showcases in middle schools throughout New York State during
the week of April 4-8, 2011; and
WHEREAS, Research indicates, in the next decade, 80 percent of all
jobs will require science and math skills; and
WHEREAS, Currently, United States 12th graders are performing below
the average of 21 countries in math and science; and
WHEREAS, The future of our State and Nation depends on science, tech-
nology, engineering and math; and
WHEREAS, Time Warner Cable, an innovative technology company,
announced its science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) initi-
ative, "Connect a Million Minds" (CAMM) in November 2009, in conjunction
with the White House announcement of "Educate to Innovate," to heighten
awareness of and focus on STEM education; and
WHEREAS, Committed to giving back to the community and addressing the
STEM crisis, Time Warner will work to connect a million minds by intro-
ducing youth to opportunities and resources that inspire them to develop
the important STEM skills they need to become the problem solvers of
tomorrow; and
WHEREAS, During the week of April 4-8, 2011, Time Warner Cable will
introduce a hands-on, interactive curriculum, "Cracking the Codes in the
Wireless World," based on national science standards to showcase the
wireless world of technology for middle school students throughout the
State of New York; and
WHEREAS, Through this magnanimous effort, Time Warner Cable has demon-
strated its unwavering commitment to connect New York State youth to
science, technology, engineering and math, thereby inspiring generations
of young people in their educational journeys and ensuring their success
in their future years; and
WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body that when organiza-
tions 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 Time Warner Cable upon the occasion of creating its science,
technology, engineering, math initiative (STEM), "Connect a Million
Minds"; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Time Warner Cable.