Senate Resolution No. 5611

BY: Senator BONACIC

HONORING John Zick 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 John Zick
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, John Zick 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 John S. Burke Catholic High School, John Zick
has a 96.54 GPA and is a member of the National Honor Society; and

WHEREAS, John Zick is also a member of the cross country and indoor
and outdoor track and field teams; he is ranked 6th in the state for
3,200-meter relay; and

WHEREAS, Dedicated to his community, John Zick gives tirelessly of
his time and energies volunteering with the 4-H Club; and

WHEREAS, John Zick plans to major in nursing at Wilkes University;
and

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

WHEREAS, John Zick 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, John Zick 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 John Zick 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 John Zick.