2013-J2461
LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION honoring Kenneth Morseon upon the occasion of his
retirement after 32 years of distinguished service to the Clearly School
for the Deaf
WHEREAS, This Legislative Body seeks to acknowledge those individuals
whose professional lives and civic endeavors serve to enhance the stat-
ure of the State of New York; and
WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-
standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to honor
Kenneth Morseon upon the occasion of his retirement after 32 years of
distinguished service to the Cleary School for the Deaf in Suffolk Coun-
ty, Long Island; and
WHEREAS, For the past 32 years, Kenneth Morseon rendered faithful,
conscientious and valuable service to the students of Cleary School for
the Deaf; and
WHEREAS, Since 2005, as Superintendent, Kenneth Morseon served with
passion and dedication, always putting students first; and
WHEREAS, Kenneth Morseon, who is proficient in American Sign Language,
has been steadfast in his commitment to providing students who are deaf
equal opportunity to achieve academic excellence; and
WHEREAS, In 2010, Kenneth Morseon was recognized for his dedication as
Man of the Year in Education by TIMES BEACON-RECORD--North Shore of Long
Island; and
WHEREAS, Before becoming Superintendent, Kenneth Morseon was a teacher
of the deaf, later a supervisor and a principal at the Cleary School for
the Deaf; and
WHEREAS, Kenneth Morseon is a lifetime New Yorker, receiving his Bach-
elor of Arts degree in Communication Disorders at the State University
of Buffalo, a master's in deaf education at the State University of
Geneseo, and a Professional Diploma in Educational Administration from
the City University of Queens College; and
WHEREAS, Kenneth Morseon was actively involved with the 4201 Schools
Association, serving as the Secretary of the Association for numerous
years; and
WHEREAS, Through his involvement with the 4201 Schools Association,
Kenneth Morseon advocated for the educational opportunities of all
students who are deaf, blind or severely physically disabled; and
WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body that those who
enhance the quality of life in their community and have shown a long and
sustained commitment to the maintenance of high standards in their
profession, certainly have earned the recognition and applause of all
the citizens of this great Empire State; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
honor Kenneth Morseon upon the occasion of his retirement after 32 years
of distinguished service, and to wish him well in all his future endeav-
ors; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Kenneth Morseon.