LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION congratulating Alisa White 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, Attendant to such concern, this Legislative Body is justly
proud to congratulate Alisa White upon the occasion of being honored for
her outstanding scholastic 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 Bethlehem High School, Alisa White has the high-
est G.P.A. in her class; she is beyond impressive, brilliant, and
focused; she is also humble, kind, multidimensional, and incredibly
aware of both global and community issues; and
WHEREAS, Alisa White is an active learner in the classroom who is
inquisitive and insightful; teachers of all disciplines admire her
commitment to learning; she also has a great sense of humor and is
perpetually seen with a smile; and
WHEREAS, She is a National Merit Finalist and an outspoken leader who
coordinates events, manages people effectively, and debates issues well;
and
WHEREAS, Alisa White proudly named Steve Guilfoyle as a teacher who
influenced her life in a significant way; 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 Alisa White 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 Alisa White.