LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION congratulating Jaclyn Onufrey of Wantagh 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 Jaclyn Onufrey of Wantagh 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, Jaclyn Onufrey, a senior at Wantagh 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, Jaclyn Onufrey's 2014 Intel Science Talent Search project was
entitled, "Invasion of the Asian Shore Crab (hemigrapsus sanguineus) to
Eastern USA: Population genetics, distribution, and abundance"; 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 Jaclyn Onufrey, 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 Jaclyn Onufrey of Wantagh High School upon the occasion of
being named a semifinalist 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-being, fully confident of her response to a promising
future and appreciative 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 Jaclyn Onufrey.