Senate Resolution No. 1513
BY: Senator THOMAS
COMMENDING Garden City High School upon the
occasion of being named a top public high school in
New York State by U.S. News & World Report: BestHigh Schools 2019WHEREAS, 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 sense of this Legislative Body to recognize and
commend those institutions of true purpose and high achievement whose
exemplary programs and accomplishments clearly demonstrate an enduring
pursuit of excellence in the education of the youth of the Empire State;
and
WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its
long-standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to
commend Garden City High School upon the occasion of being named a top
public high school in New York State by U.S. News & World Report: BestHigh Schools 2019; and
WHEREAS, The U.S. News & World Report: Best High Schools rankings
identify the country's top performing public high schools; the schools
are ranked on their performance on state-required tests, graduation
rates, and how well its students are prepared for college; and
WHEREAS, Nationally, Garden City High School is ranked No. 214 out
of roughly 21,000 public high schools; furthermore, it is ranked No. 25
in New York State; and
WHEREAS, Garden City High School has continually demonstrated an
impressive dedication, an unparalleled devotion and an unremitting
enthusiasm for the quality of educational programs and opportunities
offered for the benefit of its faculty, students and the entire
community; and
WHEREAS, The steadfast and unyielding commitment of parents,
educators and administrators to providing the highest quality education
for students is the hallmark and tradition of Garden City High School;
and
WHEREAS, As it progresses further into the 21st Century, Garden City
High School stands prepared to reach out, in earnest and enthusiastic
quest of its mission, promoting the maximum growth of every student, and
developing the skills which will carry its students and the citizens of
its community into the future; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
commend Garden City High School upon the occasion of being named a top
public high school in New York State by U.S. News & World Report: BestHigh Schools 2019, noting the significance of its accomplishment, and
recognizing the role such effective schools play in transforming the
quality of life in their community, State and Nation; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be
transmitted to Garden City High School.