LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION commending The New York Academy of Public Educa-
tion for 100 years of excellence in providing a common forum and meeting
ground in fostering educational activities between the professional
community and the public at-large

WHEREAS, Since its inception in 1912, The New York Academy of Public
Education has successfully promoted the interests of urban education in
both public and private schools and universities in the New York City
Metropolitan area; and
WHEREAS, This Legislative Body is justly proud to commend The New York
Academy of Public Education in addressing the concerns of the educa-
tional community as well as those of professional educational adminis-
trators such as University Professors, Deans of Education, Community
Superintendents, Principals, Assistant Principals, Community Based
Organizations and non-profit organizations; and
WHEREAS, This illustrious organization has consistently played an
integral role in ensuring educators and students remain up to date and
aware of constantly evolving tools being used to advance public educa-
tion; and
WHEREAS, The New York Academy of Public Education's annual forum,
co-sponsored by Fordham University, includes interactive panel
discussions on contemporary hot topic issues which have contributed to
the progression of new ideas in improving the quality of education for
future years to come; and
WHEREAS, It is the custom of this Legislative Body that when organiza-
tions 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
commend The New York Academy of Public Education for 100 years of excel-
lence; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to The New York Academy of Public Education.