LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION honoring Reverly Holder-Aparicio upon the occa-
sion of her designation for special recognition

WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to commend the efforts
of those individuals who distinguish themselves in their dedication and
commitment to the education of their students; and
WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-
standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to honor
Reverly Holder-Aparicio upon the occasion of her designation for special
recognition; and
WHEREAS, Born in Port of Spain, Trinidad, Reverly Holder-Aparicio was
raised by her grandmother and uncles and then later migrated to the
United States at the age of 16 to live with her mother; she attended
Martin Luther King High School and later graduated from Hunter College
where she earned her Bachelor of Arts degree in sociology; in addition,
she went on to graduate from Long Island University with a master's
degree in school guidance and counseling; and
WHEREAS, Reverly Holder-Aparicio has worked in the garment district
for ten years as an administrative assistant for the Jones New York
Division of LEI; in September of 2008, she was hired as a guidance coun-
selor at the School for Legal Studies; and
WHEREAS, Reverly Holder-Aparicio is passionate about encouraging
students to make the right choices as they move into a challenging
world; these matters involve preparation for graduation, college and
advising students on any social and emotional issues they may encounter;
and
WHEREAS, A person of sound principles and beliefs, Reverly Holder-A-
paricio is always willing to assist her students with whatever chal-
lenges they may have; she is a true asset to society; and
WHEREAS, With her throughout have been her husband, Carlos, and their
children, Heleena and Austin, all of whom feel privileged to be a part
of her life and rejoice in her achievements; and
WHEREAS, Throughout her career thus far, Reverly Holder-Aparicio has
brought an uncompromising standard of excellence to her work and a warm
sense of caring and concern to every student she educates; now, there-
fore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
honor Reverly Holder-Aparicio upon the occasion of her designation for
special recognition; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Reverly Holder-Aparicio.