LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION commemorating the 40th Anniversary of Science
Education Days hosted by the Central Western Section of the Science
Teachers Association of New York State at St. John Fisher College in
Rochester, New York

WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to recognize and
commend organizations and institutions of true purpose and high achieve-
ment whose exemplary 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 commem-
orate the 40th Anniversary of Science Education Days hosted by the
Central Western Section of the Science Teachers Association of New York
State at St. John Fisher College in Rochester, New York; this auspicious
occasion will be celebrated on Wednesday and Thursday, May 11-12, 2011;
and
WHEREAS, For the last 40 years on the campus of St. John Fisher
College in Rochester, New York, the Central Western Section of the
Science Teachers Association of New York State (CWS-STANYS) has provided
a two-day STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) enrichment
program, known as Science Education Days (SED), for middle and high
school students; and
WHEREAS, This two-day event at which science students are exposed to
relevant, interesting, and up-to-date science and technology topics
enables area leaders representing industry, research, education, and
professional organizations to share their expertise with students in a
seminar format or hands-on exhibits; each day, about 25 seminars are
offered to 700 students coming from middle and high schools throughout
the six-county CWS membership area; most of the speakers and exhibitors
return each year because they wish to share the fascinating world of
science with eager youngsters; and
WHEREAS, This prestigious enrichment program hosted by the Central
Western Section of the Science Teachers Association of New York State at
St. John Fisher College in Rochester, New York, has enabled the engi-
neering, industrial, medical, and educational professionals and socie-
ties around Rochester to bring their excitement and passion for STEM-re-
lated careers and cutting-edge science and technology to almost 100,000
students; and
WHEREAS, St. John Fisher College in Rochester, New York, has been host
to SED since its inception; the College provides many services, includ-
ing security, exhibit set-up, and food services, as well as the build-
ings and grounds of their campus; without the College administration's
continued support, the program would not be possible; and
WHEREAS, This auspicious occasion presents a unique opportunity for
this Legislative Body to recognize and pay tribute to Science Education
Days hosted by the Central Western Section of the Science Teachers Asso-
ciation of New York State at St. John Fisher College in Rochester, New
York; and
WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body that when educa-
tional activities and events of such noble aims and accomplishments are
brought to our attention, they 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
commemorate the 40th Anniversary of Science Education Days hosted by the
Central Western Section of the Science Teachers Association of New York
State at St. John Fisher College in Rochester, New York; and be it
further

RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to the Central Western Section of the Science Teachers Associ-
ation of New York State.