LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION congratulating Stephanie Zaloom upon the occasion
of being honored for her outstanding scholastic achievement at the Scho-
lars' 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 Stepha-
nie Zaloom upon the occasion of being honored for her outstanding scho-
lastic achievement at the Scholars' Recognition Dinner, 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 outstanding
scholastic achievement 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 to recognize their
scholarship, 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 Loudonville Christian School, Stephanie Zaloom
has a 98 grade point average; she is a Bausch and Lomb Honorary Science
Award Winner, captain of the softball and soccer teams, and participated
in her school's drama productions; and
WHEREAS, Stephanie Zaloom's exemplary character is reflected in her
readiness to always lend a helping hand to those in need; in the Fall,
she will attend Gordon College and major in pre-veterinary medicine; and
WHEREAS, Stephanie Zaloom credits the teaching style, as well as the
consistent support and encouragement of Susan Grigor, with her continued
success in accomplishing her goals; 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 appreciat-
ing 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 Stephanie Zaloom 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 Stephanie Zaloom.