LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION honoring Joseph Lucenti upon the occasion of his
designation as recipient of the 2011-2012 James E. Allen Award by the
School Administrators Association of New York State

WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to acknowledge the
significant milestones in the distinguished careers of esteemed resi-
dents of this noble Empire State; and
WHEREAS, The future success of our State and Nation is dependent upon
individuals such as Joseph Lucenti, who dedicate their lives as educa-
tors, nurturing our most precious resource, our youth; and
WHEREAS, This Legislative Body is justly proud to honor Joseph Lucenti
upon the occasion of his designation as recipient of the 2011-2012 James
E. Allen Award by the School Administrators Association of New York
State, to be presented at the 2012 awards reception and dinner on
Friday, May 4, 2012, at the Century House in Latham, New York; and
WHEREAS, The James E. Allen Award was founded by the former associ-
ation of secondary principals and the School Administrators Association
of New York State (SAANYS) has perpetuated the award; James E. Allen, a
pillar of educational leadership who served as Commissioner of Education
in New York State, was known for his strong support of secondary school
administrators; and
WHEREAS, The award is given annually to a SAANYS member who is a
secondary school administrator, supervisor or coordinator and has
provided significant contributions to education at the secondary school
level, demonstrated outstanding leadership skills, and has maintained
active membership in professional organizations, including SAANYS; and
WHEREAS, Akron Central High School Principal, Joseph Lucenti was
selected for this most auspicious award for his many years of outstand-
ing leadership as well as his dedication to the field of education; and
WHEREAS, Joseph Lucenti holds a Bachelor's Degree from Canisius
College, a Master's Degree in Counseling and Educational Psychology from
Indiana State University, and a Master's Degree in School Administration
from Canisius College; and
WHEREAS, Joseph Lucenti began his educational career at Canisius High
School in 1978; during his nineteen years at Canisius, he served as
counselor, math teacher, study skills teacher, admissions director, dean
of students and assistant principal; and
WHEREAS, In 1997, Joseph Lucenti joined the administrative staff at
Akron Schools as middle/senior high assistant principal, serving in that
position for two years before his appointment as high school principal;
and
WHEREAS, Joseph Lucenti is a member of SAANYS as well as the National
Association of Secondary School Principals and several other profes-
sional organizations; and
WHEREAS, Moreover, Joseph Lucenti is a member of the Lions Club of
Akron, PTA, and is a contributor and volunteer for Rotary, the local
Food Pantry, and TRY House Service Learning Projects; he is also a
frequent presenter for local community groups, the University at
Buffalo, and the Western New York Counselors Association; and
WHEREAS, Joseph Lucenti has been the recipient of several awards and
honors including the Region 12 SAANYS High School Principal of the Year
in 2011; and
WHEREAS, Under his luminous leadership, Akron Central High School was
honored as a Silver Medalist (top 500) in U.S. News and World Report,
Best High Schools in the U.S. (2009); and
WHEREAS, Throughout his career thus far, Joseph Lucenti has brought an
uncompromising standard of excellence to his work and a warm sense of

caring and concern to every young person he educates; now, therefore, be
it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
honor Joseph Lucenti upon the occasion of his designation as recipient
of the 2011-2012 James E. Allen Award by the School Administrators Asso-
ciation of New York State; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Joseph Lucenti.