LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION congratulating Reed Fraser upon the occasion of
being honored for her outstanding scholastic achievement at the Schol-
ars' Recognition Dinner, May 8, 2013

WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to act, in accord with
its long-standing traditions, honoring the youth of today, and leaders
of tomorrow, whose character and achievements exemplify the ideals and
values cherished by this great State and Nation; and
WHEREAS, This Legislative Body is justly proud to congratulate Reed
Fraser upon the occasion of being honored for her outstanding scholastic
achievement at the Scholars' Recognition Dinner, on Wednesday, May 8,
2013, at the Albany Marriott Hotel; this year's keynote speaker was Dr.
Susan Scrimshaw, President of The Sage Colleges; and
WHEREAS, The Scholars' Recognition Program honors the exceptional
academic accomplishments of members of the graduating classes of the
public, private, parochial and BOCES secondary schools in 11 neighboring
Capital District counties; and
WHEREAS, The high schools selected these students based on their scho-
larship, leadership, and service to their schools and communities; the
students then each nominated a teacher who has influenced their lives in
a significant way; and
WHEREAS, A student at Troy High School, Reed Fraser excels as a schol-
ar, an athlete, and a member of her community; she is Secretary for the
National Honor Society as well as the Math Honor Society, and she is an
active member of the Student Council, the Music Club and the French
Club; and
WHEREAS, Reed Fraser's pursuits beyond the classroom include JV and
Varsity Track, as well as Girls Soccer, for which she was recognized as
a NYSPHSAA Scholar/Athlete; she also volunteers with several community
based organizations and causes; and
WHEREAS, Reed Fraser attributes her decision to study math in college
to the influence and teaching abilities of teacher Mary Grace Tompkins;
and
WHEREAS, Poised eagerly with enthusiasm and determined purpose, this
scholar now stands honorably, with just pride in her accomplishments,
and in eager anticipation of future challenges, understanding and appre-
ciating the caring counsel and support provided by her teachers and
parents; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
congratulate Reed Fraser upon the occasion of being honored for her
outstanding scholastic achievement at the Scholars' Recognition Dinner;
and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Reed Fraser.