LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION honoring Dr. Mary Ann Wilson upon the occasion of
her retirement from Orange-Ulster BOCES

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 Dr.
Mary Ann Wilson upon the occasion of her retirement from Orange-Ulster
BOCES on Thursday, July 26, 2012, in Bloomingburg, New York; and
WHEREAS, Retiring as Assistant Superintendent for Instruction for
Orange-Ulster BOCES, Dr. Mary Ann Wilson joined the Orange-Ulster BOCES
central administrative team in 2003 and the effect of her extensive
instructional knowledge and high-energy enthusiasm was felt immediately
throughout the divisions of BOCES as well as its component school
districts; she has provided exemplary and far-reaching leadership as a
resource for professional development, data analysis and instructional
improvement; and
WHEREAS, Dr. Mary Ann Wilson has shared her expertise as the facilita-
tor of the BOCES Instructional Council (BIC), a regional consortium made
up of Assistant Superintendents for Instruction in the component
districts; she enjoys a statewide reputation as an authority on data-
driven instruction along with the expansion and utilization of instruc-
tional technology in the classroom; and
WHEREAS, Dr. Mary Ann Wilson earned this reputation through her know-
ledge of all facets of the educational process, including her diligent
work ethic; her collegial attitude and vision have enabled BOCES to
provide a strong foundation for local educators to embrace and support
the latest national and statewide initiatives in education including
Race to the Top and Common Core Standards; and
WHEREAS, Dr. Wilson is grateful for the opportunities BOCES has
provided; her career at Orange-Ulster BOCES has provided an inestimable
opportunity for her to grow professionally in understanding and provid-
ing leadership in curriculum and instruction; and
WHEREAS, Educators like Dr. Mary Ann Wilson 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, Dr. Mary Ann Wilson has clearly had an enduring impact on the
students of the Orange-Ulster BOCES program, as well as on the communi-
ty-at-large, and accordingly merits recognition and applause for her
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 Dr. Mary Ann Wilson upon the occasion of her retirement from
Orange-Ulster BOCES and for her significant contributions to education
in New York State; and to wish her continued success in all of her
future endeavors; and be it further

RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Dr. Mary Ann Wilson.