LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION honoring Albert A. Penna upon the occasion of his
retirement as Principal of Binghamton High School

WHEREAS, New York State's commitment to education is unparalleled; its
history and stature are secured by the superlative caliber of its educa-
tional professionals and the students they inspire; and
WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to acknowledge the
significant milestones in the distinguished careers of those outstanding
educational leaders, whose dedication and achievements have been instru-
mental in developing character and academic excellence in the young
people of New York State; and
WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-
standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to honor
Albert A. Penna upon the occasion of his retirement as Principal of
Binghamton High School; his retirement is effective July 1, 2012; and
WHEREAS, Albert A. Penna is retiring as Principal at Binghamton High
School after 20 years as administrative head of the largest and most
diverse school in the region; and
WHEREAS, Albert A. Penna became Principal in 1992, after serving as
Assistant Principal for eight years; prior to that, he worked as a
Science Instructor and Varsity Football Coach in local high schools; and
WHEREAS, During his tenure as principal, Albert A. Penna was instru-
mental in having the school become involved in the International Bacca-
laureate program, an advanced academic program tied to international
standards; the school is also piloting the International Baccalaureate
Career-related Certificate program; and
WHEREAS, Albert A. Penna also worked to begin Mandarin Chinese, the
Rod Serling School of Fine Arts, and Project Lead the Way, a pre-engi-
neering program; and
WHEREAS, After his retirement, Albert A. Penna plans to work as a
school consultant for the International Baccalaureate Organization; and
WHEREAS, In addition, Albert A. Penna has been offered a visiting
professor position in educational leadership at East China Normal
University in Shanghai, China and will work as an adjunct faculty member
in the Graduate School of Education at Syracuse University, his alma
mater; and
WHEREAS, Educators like Albert A. Penna provide a tremendous service
to the future of our State and Nation, inspiring generations of young
people in their educational journeys and ensuring their success in their
future years; and
WHEREAS, Albert A. Penna has clearly had an enduring impact on the
youth of Binghamton High School, as well as on the community-at-large,
and accordingly merits recognition and applause for many years of
impressive dedication to others; and
WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to commend the
efforts of those individuals who work to support our proud tradition of
public education by providing their skills and talents to our schools;
now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
honor Albert A. Penna upon the occasion of his retirement as Principal
of Binghamton High School, and for his significant contributions to
education in New York State; and to wish him continued success in all of
his future endeavors; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Albert A. Penna.