LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION honoring Dr. Allan Gerstenlauer upon the occasion
of his retirement as Superintendent of the Longwood School District

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.
Allan Gerstenlauer upon the occasion of his retirement as Superintendent
of the Longwood School District; and
WHEREAS, Beginning his career as social studies teacher in 1974, Dr.
Allan Gerstenlauer rose in the ranks to serve as a department chair-
person, assistant principal, Director of Secondary Education, and in
2001, the Assistant Superintendent for Instruction and Learning, as part
of Superintendent Candee Swenson's administrative cabinet; and
WHEREAS, Since 2005, Dr. Allan Gerstenlauer has rendered faithful,
conscientious and valuable service as Superintendent of the Longwood
School District; and
WHEREAS, Throughout his distinguished career, Dr. Allan Gerstenlauer
has always maintained close ties with students, serving as a favorite
class advisor in his early days as a teacher, and in his current role as
Superintendent; and
WHEREAS, Ever the teacher, student members of the Legislative Commit-
tee have enjoyed civic lessons from Dr. Allan Gerstenlauer on their
annual lobbying trips to Albany, New York; he has also facilitated meet-
ings between the Board of Education and the Student Governments of Long-
wood High School and Longwood Junior High School; and
WHEREAS, Educators like Dr. Allan Gerstenlauer 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. Allan Gerstenlauer has clearly had an enduring impact on
the youth of the Longwood School District, as well as on the community-
at-large, and accordingly merits recognition and applause for his
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. Allan Gerstenlauer upon the occasion of his retirement as
Superintendent of the Longwood School District, and for his significant
contributions to education in New York State; and to wish him continued
success in all of his future endeavors; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Dr. Allan Gerstenlauer.