Senate Resolution No. 2511

BY: Senator BONACIC

HONORING Ayden Gann upon the occasion of his
designation for special recognition by the Orange
County Interscholastic Athletic Association as a
2017 Senior Scholar-Athlete

WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to act, in accord
with its long-standing traditions, to honor the achievements of its
young citizens and leaders of tomorrow, whose character and
accomplishments exemplify the ideals and values cherished by this great
State and Nation; and

WHEREAS, This Legislative Body is justly proud to honor Ayden Gann
upon the occasion of his designation for special recognition by the
Orange County Interscholastic Athletic Association as a 2017 Senior
Scholar-Athlete; this momentous occasion was celebrated with a Breakfast
on Thursday, April 20, 2017, at Kuhl's Highland House, Middletown, New
York; and

WHEREAS, Academically and athletically, Ayden Gann has distinguished
himself as a young man of superlative ability, talent, and maturity,
establishing standards of excellence and achievement, purposefulness of
life, and responsibility rarely achieved in youthful years; and

WHEREAS, Ayden Gann, a student at Sullivan West Central School,
ranked 4th in his class with a 4.0; he participated in numerous sports
including cross country, soccer and indoor track and field; and

WHEREAS, President of both the National Honor Society and Senior
Class, Ayden Gann plans to attend Vassar College and major in chemistry
and cognitive science; and

WHEREAS, Dedicated to his community, Ayden Gann is a volunteer at
the Pets Alive Animal Shelter; he also enjoys spending his time as a YSO
youth soccer coach, Spanish Camp counselor and Zephyr Teachout Campaign
volunteer; and

WHEREAS, An outstanding role model for his classmates, Ayden Gann
has brought honor to his family, school, and community; and

WHEREAS, Ayden Gann may stand with pride in his achievements,
experiencing the satisfaction of his labors and the joy of his
accomplishments, eager to face the challenge of new experiences as he
continues his education; and

WHEREAS, Ayden Gann represents the potential inherent in our most
precious resource, our youth; this Legislative Body is pleased to honor
this young man, recognizing his achievements and the promise of his
future; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
honor Ayden Gann upon the occasion of his designation for special
recognition by the Orange County Interscholastic Athletic Association as

a 2017 Senior Scholar-Athlete, and to wish him well in his future
endeavors; and be it further

RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be
transmitted to Ayden Gann.