LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION honoring James Werbeck upon the occasion of his
designation as recipient of the 2012 New York State Middle School Prin-
cipal of the Year Award by the School Administrators Association of New
York State

WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to honor and recognize
those dedicated individuals, who strive to enhance the quality of educa-
tion for our students, and whose accomplishments, character, and commu-
nity commitment inspire all citizens of this great Empire State; and
WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-
standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to honor
James Werbeck upon the occasion of his designation as recipient of the
2012 New York State Middle School Principal of the Year Award by the
School Administrators Association of New York State (SAANYS); and
WHEREAS, The School Administrators Association of New York State,
which represents nearly 7,200 school administrators, supervisors, and
coordinators in the State of New York, is committed to providing direc-
tion, service and support to its members; and
WHEREAS, In November of 1994, James Werbeck was appointed as Principal
of Solvay Middle School, which presently serves 200 students in grades
four and five; and
WHEREAS, In this capacity, James Werbeck has improved the quality of
education by leading and supporting staff with enthusiasm, cultivating a
positive and stimulating school environment for students and staff, and
creating a greater sense of community; and
WHEREAS, In addition, James Werbeck was responsible for organizing and
implementing the school district's first Response to Intervention Team,
organizing and implementing the Positive Behavioral Intervention System
program, encouraging more parent involvement, and facilitating the capi-
tal building project for a new middle school; and
WHEREAS, Under Principal James Werbeck's effective leadership, student
achievement, school spirit, and life-long learning have improved at
Solvay Middle School; and
WHEREAS, In total, James Werbeck has dedicated 32 years to education;
he served as an assistant principal at Paul V. Moore High School in the
Central Square School District before becoming Principal of Solvay
Middle School in 1994; and
WHEREAS, James Werbeck has served as a regional chair for the School
Administrators Association of New York State (SAANYS), and as a liaison
to the national affiliate organization; he has demonstrated his commit-
ment to professional development by facilitating numerous workshops on
timely and pertinent topics; and
WHEREAS, James Werbeck's support for administrators and their activ-
ities elevates his integrity and commitment to education, leading by
example; and
WHEREAS, It is the custom of this Legislative Body that when individ-
uals of such noble aims and accomplishments are brought to our atten-
tion, they should be celebrated and recognized by all the citizens of
this great Empire State; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
honor James Werbeck upon the occasion of his designation as recipient of
the 2012 New York State Middle School Principal of the Year Award; and
be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to James Werbeck.