LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION honoring Superintendent Paul Casciano upon the
occasion of his retirement after 41 years of distinguished service to
the William Floyd School District

WHEREAS, New York State's commitment to education is unparalleled; its
history and stature are secured by the superlative caliber of its educa-
tional professionals and the students they inspire; and
WHEREAS, It is the custom of this Legislative Body to acknowledge the
significant milestones in the distinguished careers of those outstanding
educational leaders, whose dedication and achievements have been instru-
mental in developing character and academic excellence in the young
people of New York State; and
WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-
standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to honor
Superintendent Paul Casciano upon the occasion of his retirement after
41 years of distinguished service to the William Floyd School District
to be celebrated on Friday, June 19, 2015, at East Wind Caterers in
Wading River, New York; and
WHEREAS, For over four decades, Dr. Paul Casciano rendered faithful,
conscientious and valuable service to the William Floyd School District;
and
WHEREAS, A graduate of William Floyd High School, Paul Casciano earned
his Bachelor's degree in Elementary Education from Central Connecticut
University; he completed his master's degree at Southampton College, and
he attained his doctorate from New York University; and
WHEREAS, Dr. Paul Casciano began his illustrious career with the
William Floyd School District in 1974, serving as an elementary school
teacher for eight years before becoming an administrator; and
WHEREAS, This esteemed man served as Principal of Moriches Elementary
School for 11 years; during his tenure, the school received three New
York State Awards for Excellence and two National Blue Ribbon School of
Excellence Awards from the United States Department of Education; it was
also selected by REDBOOK as one of America's Best Schools; and
WHEREAS, As Assistant and Deputy Superintendent, Dr. Paul Casciano
assumed a lead role in many vital initiatives including the establish-
ment of a Universal Pre-Kindergarten, and a full-day Kindergarten, as
well as teacher-mentor programs; and
WHEREAS, As Superintendent of the William Floyd School District, Dr.
Paul Casciano has strived to provide a quality education for students,
while raising expectations for their performance; and
WHEREAS, During his tenure, Superintendent Paul Casciano played an
integral role in such district-wide achievements as a significant
increase in the graduation rate, sound fiscal management, the develop-
ment of an all-Regents middle school, and the implementation of greater
transparency and community input in district operations; and
WHEREAS, Superintendent Paul Casciano has also worked to create great-
er opportunities for high school students with the Career and Technical
Education programs, and has partnered on numerous initiatives to recon-
nect the alumni of William Floyd; and
WHEREAS, In recognition of his outstanding service, Superintendent
Paul Casciano was named New York State's National Distinguished Princi-
pal and Phi Delta Kappa's Educator of the Year; he also received the
Principal of Leadership Award from the National Safety Center; and
WHEREAS, With him throughout have been his wife, Gail, and their four
children, all of whom feel privileged to be a part of his life and
rejoice in his achievements; and

WHEREAS, Rare indeed is the impressive dedication shown by an individ-
ual for the benefit of others which Superintendent Paul Casciano has
displayed throughout his life; and
WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to commend the
efforts of those individuals who work to support our proud tradition of
public education by providing their skills and talents to our schools;
now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
honor Superintendent Paul Casciano upon the occasion of his retirement
after 41 years of distinguished service to the William Floyd School
District; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Dr. Paul Casciano.