Senate Resolution No. 1516
BY: Senator THOMAS
COMMENDING Plainview Old Bethpage JFK High School
upon the occasion of being named a top public high
school in New York State by U.S. News & WorldReport: Best High 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 accomplishment 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 Plainview Old Bethpage JFK High School upon the occasion of
being named a top public high school in New York State by U.S. News &World Report: Best High 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, Plainview Old Bethpage JFK High School is
ranked No. 683 out of roughly 21,000 public high schools; furthermore,
it is ranked No. 64 in New York State; and
WHEREAS, Plainview Old Bethpage JFK 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 provide the highest quality education
for students is the hallmark and tradition of Plainview Old Bethpage JFK
High School; and
WHEREAS, As it progresses further into the 21st Century, Plainview
Old Bethpage JFK 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 Plainview Old Bethpage JFK High School upon the occasion of
being named a top public high school in New York State by U.S. News &World Report: Best High 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 Plainview Old Bethpage JFK High School.
