LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION honoring Marsha Dumka upon the occasion of her
retirement as Executive Director of Rochester Childfirst Network

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
Marsha Dumka upon the occasion of her retirement as Executive Director
of Rochester Childfirst Network; and
WHEREAS, A Rochester native, Marsha Dumka has lived in various
locations in both the United States and Asia; and
WHEREAS, Marsha Dumka has a bachelor's degree in Social Work, and a
master's degree and Teaching Certification in Elementary and Special
Education; and
WHEREAS, Collectively, Marsha Dumka has 30 years of experience as a
Special Education Teacher, Preschool Teacher and Early Care and Educa-
tion Administrator; and
WHEREAS, Marsha Dumka joined Rochester Childfirst Network in 1994, as
Director of the Special Education program that serves children birth to
age 5; and
WHEREAS, Since 2002, Marsha Dumka has been Executive Director at
Rochester Childfirst Network; and
WHEREAS, In this role, Marsha Dumka has overseen all aspects of the
agency's budget and has served over 2,500 children and families through-
out the Greater Rochester Community; and
WHEREAS, Throughout her tenure, Marsha Dumka has been committed to all
children having access to high quality educational services, and has
devoted much of her time as a community volunteer and advocate for chil-
dren; and
WHEREAS, Educational leaders like Marsha Dumka 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, Marsha Dumka has clearly had an enduring impact on Rochester
Childfirst Network, as well as on the community-at-large, and according-
ly merits recognition and applause for her many years of 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
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 Marsha Dumka upon the occasion of her retirement as Executive
Director of Rochester Childfirst Network, 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 Marsha Dumka.