LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION congratulating Rebecca Jellinek of John F. Kenne-
dy 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 Rebecca Jellinek of John F. Kennedy High School upon the occasion
of being named a semifinalist in the 2014 Intel Science Talent Search;
and
WHEREAS, Once known as the Westinghouse competition, the Intel Science
Talent Search is the oldest of its type in the nation, and is the coun-
try's most prestigious science scholarship competition; 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, Rebecca Jellinek, a senior at John F. Kennedy High School,
was recently named a semifinalist in the Annual Intel Science Talent
Search; she was selected from more than 1,700 entrants from 489 high
schools across 45 states; 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, The Intel Science Talent Search was created to encourage high
school seniors who demonstrate exceptional ability in science, math and
engineering through individual research projects; and
WHEREAS, Rebecca Jellinek's 2014 Intel Science Talent Search project
was entitled, "The Effects of Barbie Dolls and their wardrobes on body
dissatisfaction"; 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;
and
WHEREAS, This Legislative Body is moved to honor Rebecca Jellinek, 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 Rebecca Jellinek upon the occasion of being named a semifi-
nalist in the 2014 Intel Science Talent Search, and to commend her for
her outstanding academic achievement, extending to her the best wishes
of this Legislative Body for a future of purposeful success and well-be-
ing, fully confident of her response to a promising future and appreci-
ative of the model she represents for all aspiring young people of the
Empire State; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Rebecca Jellinek.