Senate Resolution No. 1634

BY: Senator PARKER

HONORING Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.-Delta
Rho Omega Chapter upon the occasion of its
designation as recipient of the Educational
Leadership Award by Healthfirst on April 28, 2017

WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to acknowledge
those outstanding educational leaders and professionals whose dedication
and achievements have been instrumental in developing character and
academic excellence in the young people of New York State; and

WHEREAS, New York State's commitment to education is unparalleled;
its history and stature are secured by the superlative caliber of its
educational professionals and the students they inspire; and

WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in keeping with its
time-honored traditions, it is the intent of this Legislative Body to
honor Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.-Delta Rho Omega Chapter upon the
occasion of its designation as recipient of the Educational Leadership
Award by Healthfirst at its 6th Annual Educational Leadership Breakfast
on Friday, April 28, 2017, at Grand Prospect Hall, Brooklyn, New York;
and

WHEREAS, Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.-Delta Rho Omega Chapter
has been selected for this esteemed honor in recognition of the
leadership, excellence and commitment shown in strengthening the
educational pursuits of young people in New York; and

WHEREAS, Initially designed to recognize the outstanding commitment
and dedication of Parent Coordinators, Healthfirst now commends
principals, parent teacher association staff and other educational
professionals whose obligation to children provides parents and families
with a powerful voice on behalf of every child; and

WHEREAS, The Educational Leadership Awards Breakfast provides an
opportunity to recognize Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.-Delta Rho
Omega Chapter and the significant contributions to the quality of life
and the progression of our educational system, and for all people to
gain a greater appreciation of the role educational professionals will
continue to play in our society; and

WHEREAS, It is the practice of this Legislative Body to commend the
efforts of those organizations such as Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority,
Inc.-Delta Rho Omega Chapter which foster pride in education and
exemplify family engagement which represents and strengthens the fabric
of the people and the State of New York; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
honor Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.-Delta Rho Omega Chapter upon the
occasion of its designation as recipient of the Educational Leadership
Award by Healthfirst on April 28, 2017; and be it further

RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be
transmitted to Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.-Delta Rho Omega Chapter.