LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION congratulating Kaitlyn Shin of Jericho Senior
High School upon the occasion of being named a semifinalist in the 2014
Intel Science Talent Search

WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to commend and pay
tribute to those who, by achieving outstanding success in their educa-
tional and scientific endeavors, have inspired and brought pride to our
majestic Empire State; and
WHEREAS, It is also the custom of this Legislative Body to recognize
the dedication and commitment of our young people who distinguish them-
selves through excellence in science competition; and
WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-
standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to congratu-
late Kaitlyn Shin of Jericho Senior High School in Jericho, New York,
upon the occasion of being named a semifinalist in the 2014 Intel
Science Talent Search; and
WHEREAS, The Intel Science Talent Search is the oldest of its type in
the Nation, and is the country's most prestigious science scholarship
competition; it was created to encourage high school seniors who demon-
strate exceptional ability in science, math and engineering through
individual research projects; and
WHEREAS, For more than 60 years, the Intel Science Talent Search has
recognized and rewarded the country's top young science students; and
WHEREAS, Over the years, this competition has gained broad acclaim in
the academic and scientific communities; educators, scientists, engi-
neers and journalists throughout the United States have enthusiastically
supported this annual event; and
WHEREAS, Colleges and universities regard the Intel Science Talent
Search semifinalist award to be evidence of exceptional scientific prom-
ise; and
WHEREAS, The semifinalists of the 2014 Intel Science Talent Search
were selected from among 1,794 entrants representing 489 high schools
across 45 states, the District of Columbia, and seven overseas schools;
and
WHEREAS, Furthermore, from this group of 300 semifinalists, 40 final-
ists will be chosen to attend the Intel Science Talent Institute in
Washington, DC; and
WHEREAS, It is appropriate to celebrate and applaud the individual
accomplishments of remarkable students in this great Empire State; and
WHEREAS, This Legislative Body is moved to honor Kaitlyn Shin, an able
scholar, recognizing the value of her labors and the promise of her
future; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
congratulate Kaitlyn Shin of Jericho Senior High School upon the occa-
sion of being named a semifinalist in the 2014 Intel Science Talent
Search; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Kaitlyn Shin.