Senate Resolution No. 2069

BY: Senator GAUGHRAN

CONGRATULATING Morgan B. Novikoff upon the
occasion of being named a National Merit Scholar

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
Morgan B. Novikoff 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, Morgan B. Novikoff 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, After graduating from Half Hollow Hills High School East,
Morgan B. Novikoff plans to major in Public Policy; and

WHEREAS, Morgan B. Novikoff, 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 her classmates, Morgan B.
Novikoff has brought honor to her family, school, and community; she
truly embodies diligence, motivation and tenacity, admirable qualities
that will serve her well now and into the future; 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
appreciating the caring counsel and support provided by her teachers,
coaches and parents; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
congratulate Morgan B. Novikoff 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 Morgan B. Novikoff.