LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION congratulating William Van Ullen upon the occa-
sion of being honored for his outstanding scholastic achievement at the
Scholars' 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 William
Van Ullen upon the occasion of being honored for his 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, Ranked No. 1 at Christian Brothers Academy, William Van Ullen
always challenges himself; he is a member of the National Honor Society,
Forensic Team and Academic Team, as well as a Captain in the JROTC
program; and
WHEREAS, William Van Ullen is also a student athlete, and articulate
and involved; and
WHEREAS, Greatly influencing William Van Ullen's scholastic success
has been his teacher, Michael Smith, who has always made learning both
interesting and fun for William while contributing to his academic
progress; and
WHEREAS, Poised eagerly with enthusiasm and determined purpose, this
scholar now stands honorably, with just pride in his accomplishments and
in eager anticipation of future challenges, understanding and appreciat-
ing the caring counsel and support provided by his teachers and parents;
now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
congratulate William Van Ullen upon the occasion of being honored for
his 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 William Van Ullen.