Senate Resolution No. 5615

BY: Senator BONACIC

HONORING Justin Mednick 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 Justin
Mednick 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, Justin Mednick 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 Fallsburg Central School District, Justin
Mednick has a 90.09 GPA and is ranked 10th in his class; he is a member
of the National Honor Society, Student Government, LEO Club, Drama Club,
Chorus and Chamber Select Chorus; and

WHEREAS, Justin Mednick is also a vital member of the soccer and
indoor and outdoor track and field teams; and

WHEREAS, Dedicated to his community, Justin Mednick gives tirelessly
of his time and energies volunteering as an American Youth Soccer
referee, and with the Allyson Whitney Foundation, Heart-A-Thon and
Olweus/PBIS Anti-Bullying Color Run; and

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

WHEREAS, Justin Mednick 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, Justin Mednick 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 Justin Mednick 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 Justin Mednick.