Senate Resolution No. 5604

BY: Senator BONACIC

HONORING Thomas Stickley upon the occasion of his
designation for special recognition by the Orange
County Interscholastic Athletic Association as a
2018 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 Thomas
Stickley upon the occasion of his designation for special recognition by
the Orange County Interscholastic Athletic Association as a 2018 Senior
Scholar-Athlete; this momentous occasion was celebrated with a Breakfast
on Tuesday, May 22, 2018, at Kuhl's Highland House, Middletown, New
York; and

WHEREAS, Academically and athletically, Thomas Stickley 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, A student at Goshen High School, Thomas Stickley has a
96.88 GPA; he belongs to the National Honor Society and the World
Language Honor Society; and

WHEREAS, Thomas Stickley was the captain of the soccer team, Varsity
845 Player of the Year, first and second teams All-Section, second team
All-State, second team All-Region, and State Regional finalist; and

WHEREAS, Dedicated to his community, Thomas Stickley gives
tirelessly of his time and energies volunteering at: Goshen Food Pantry,
LEO Club, and coaching the Goshen Spirit Girl's Soccer Team; and

WHEREAS, After graduating from high school, Thomas Stickley plans to
attend Fairfield University and major in finance with a minor in sports
management; he will also play NCAA Division I soccer; and

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

WHEREAS, Thomas Stickley 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, Thomas Stickley 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 Thomas Stickley upon the occasion of his designation for special
recognition by the Orange County Interscholastic Athletic Association as
a 2018 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 Thomas Stickley.