LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION honoring Joseph Toles for his distinguished
service as a board member of Harborfields Central School District

WHEREAS, It is the practice of this Legislative Body to take note of and
publicly acknowledge individuals of remarkable integrity and character
whose endeavors have enhanced the quality of education in this great
State; and
WHEREAS, The result of many individuals' efforts, the excellence and
the success of Harborfields Central School District, is due in large
part to the efforts of its departing school board member, Joseph Toles;
and
WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-
standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to honor
Joseph Toles for his distinguished service as a board member of Harbor-
fields Central School District, to be celebrated on Wednesday, June 19,
2013; and
WHEREAS, Joseph Toles has been a member of the Harborfields Board of
Education for the past six years; within this period, he has supported
numerous initiatives which have enhanced the K - 12 educational programs
for all students; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Toles remained an informed board member by attending
state and school board workshops; as a result, he acquired the knowledge
regarding changes in education laws, NCLB, and financial accountability;
and
WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body that those who
enhance the life in their community and have shown a long and sustained
commitment to excellence certainly have earned recognition and applause;
now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
honor Joseph Toles for his distinguished service as a board member of
Harborfields Central School District; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Joseph Toles.