LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION honoring Anne Vernon upon the occasion of her
designation as recipient of the Senior Scholar Humanities Award by the
Orange-Ulster BOCES on May 1, 2015

WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to act, in accord with
its long-standing traditions, to honor the achievements of its young
citizens and leaders of tomorrow, whose character and accomplishments
exemplify the ideals and values cherished by this great State and
Nation; and
WHEREAS, This Legislative Body is justly proud to honor Anne Vernon
upon the occasion of her designation as recipient of the Senior Scholar
Humanities Award by the Orange-Ulster BOCES celebrated at its Second
Annual Awards Breakfast, on May 1, 2015, at Kuhl's Highland House,
Middletown, New York; and
WHEREAS, This auspicious award recognizes outstanding high school
students for their accomplishments and/or performances in the arts,
including fine arts, theater, and music; and
WHEREAS, Anne Vernon has distinguished herself as a young woman of
superlative ability, talent, and maturity, establishing standards of
excellence and achievement, purposefulness of life, and responsibility
rarely achieved in youthful years; and
WHEREAS, A Senior at George F. Baker High School, Tuxedo Park, New
York, Anne Vernon has plans to major in both Elementary and Special
Education at Providence College, Rhode Island, after graduating; and
WHEREAS, Anne Vernon is a member of many artistic groups at her school
including Vocal Ensemble, Concert Choir and Drama Club; in addition, she
has served as Student Director and held numerous roles on stage through-
out her high school theatre career; and
WHEREAS, A talented vocalist, Anne Vernon has been a member of the
Junior High All-County Choir, participated as a NYSSMA soloist, and
currently serves on the NYSTEA Student Conference; and
WHEREAS, Anne Vernon participates on the Yearbook staff, the Pep
Squad, Safe School Ambassadors, and the National Honor Society; she also
holds the title of President of the Senior Council; and
WHEREAS, An outstanding role model for her classmates, Anne Vernon has
brought honor to her family, school, and community; and
WHEREAS, Anne Vernon may stand with pride in her achievements, experi-
encing the satisfaction of her labors and the joy of her accomplish-
ments, eager to face the challenge of new experiences as she continues
her education; and
WHEREAS, Anne Vernon represents the potential inherent in our most
precious resource, our youth; this Legislative Body is pleased to honor
this young woman, recognizing her achievements and the promise of her
future; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
honor Anne Vernon upon the occasion of her designation as recipient of
the Senior Scholar Humanities Award by the Orange-Ulster BOCES, and to
wish her well in her future endeavors; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Anne Vernon.