Senate Resolution No. 1642

BY: Senator PARKER

HONORING Onos Footprints, Inc. 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 Onos Footprints, Inc. 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, Onos Footprints, Inc. 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 Onos Footprints, Inc. 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 Onos Footprints, Inc. 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 Onos Footprints, Inc. 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 Onos Footprints, Inc.