Senate Resolution No. 1672

BY: Senator THOMAS

CONGRATULATING Anthony Francis DeFalco upon the
occasion of being named a National Merit Scholar on
May 8, 2019

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 congratulate
Anthony Francis DeFalco upon the occasion of being named a National
Merit Scholar on Wednesday, May 8, 2019; and

WHEREAS, The National Merit Scholarship Program, one of the most
prestigious academic recognition programs in the Nation, was established
in 1955, and recognizes through rigorous competitive examinations, those
students across the country who demonstrate exceptional academic
ability; and

WHEREAS, A senior at South Side High School, Anthony F. DeFalco was
one of 2,500 Merit Scholar designees chosen from a talent pool of more
than 15,000 outstanding Finalists in the 2019 National Merit Scholarship
Program; and

WHEREAS, Anthony F. DeFalco, a superb student of singular
distinction and superlative abilities, has established high standards of
academic excellence and purposefulness of life rarely achieved in
youthful years; and

WHEREAS, An outstanding role model for his classmates, Anthony F.
DeFalco has brought honor to his family, school, and community; he truly
embodies diligence, motivation and tenacity, admirable qualities that
will serve him well now and into the future; 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
appreciating the caring counsel and support provided by his teachers,
coaches and parents; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
congratulate Anthony Francis DeFalco upon the occasion of being named a
National Merit Scholar; and be it further

RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be
transmitted to Anthony Francis DeFalco.