Senate Resolution No. 2729

BY: Senator JACOBS

HONORING Cheryl Chamberlain upon the occasion of
her designation as recipient of the New York State
Lifetime Service Award by the Grand Island Parent
Teacher Association

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, It is the practice of this Legislative Body to take note of
and publicly acknowledge individuals of remarkable integrity and
character whose endeavors have enhanced the quality of education in the
great State of New York; and

WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its
long-standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to honor
Cheryl Chamberlain upon the occasion of her designation as recipient of
the New York State Lifetime Service Award by the Grand Island Parent
Teacher Association, celebrated at the Grand Island Class Day
Festivities on Friday, May 26, 2017; and

WHEREAS, Each year, the Grand Island Parent Teacher Association
(PTA) nominates one or two people not only from the school, but the
community; a unit, council or region may award an honorary life
membership to an individual as recognition of distinguished service to
its children and youth; and

WHEREAS, Cheryl Chamberlain, a Grand Island High School business
teacher, has continuously demonstrated an impressive dedication, an
unparalleled devotion and an unremitting enthusiasm for the quality of
the education programs and opportunities offered at her school; and

WHEREAS, Cheryl Chamberlain has clearly had an enduring impact on
the youth of Grand Island High School, as well as on the
community-at-large, and accordingly merits recognition and applause for
her impressive dedication to others; and

WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to now record its
recognition and appreciation in honoring an outstanding educational
leader, whose dedication and achievements have been instrumental in
developing character and academic excellence in her students; now,
therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
honor Cheryl Chamberlain upon the occasion of her designation as
recipient of the New York State Lifetime Service Award by the Grand
Island Parent Teacher Association; and be it further

RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be
transmitted to Cheryl Chamberlain.