Senate Resolution No. 1610
BY: Senator THOMAS
CONGRATULATING Jonathan K. Melkun upon the
occasion of being named a National Merit Scholar on
May 8, 2019
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 congratulate
Jonathan K. Melkun upon the occasion of being named a National Merit
Scholar on Wednesday, May 8, 2019; and
WHEREAS, The National Merit Scholarship Program, one of the most
prestigious academic recognition programs in the Nation, was established
in 1955, and recognizes through rigorous competitive examinations, those
students across the country who demonstrate exceptional academic
ability; and
WHEREAS, Jonathan K. Melkun was one of 2,500 Merit Scholar designees
chosen from a talent pool of more than 15,000 outstanding Finalists in
the 2019 National Merit Scholarship Program; and
WHEREAS, After graduating from W. Tresper Clarke High School,
Jonathan K. Melkun plans to major in Aerospace Engineering; and
WHEREAS, Jonathan K. Melkun, a superb student of singular
distinction and superlative abilities, has established high standards of
academic excellence and purposefulness of life rarely achieved in
youthful years; and
WHEREAS, An outstanding role model for his classmates, Jonathan K.
Melkun has brought honor to his family, school, and community; he truly
embodies diligence, motivation and tenacity, admirable qualities that
will serve him well now and into the future; and
WHEREAS, Poised eagerly with enthusiasm and determined purpose, this
scholar now stands honorably, with just pride in his accomplishments and
in eager anticipation of future challenges, understanding and
appreciating the caring counsel and support provided by his teachers,
coaches and parents; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
congratulate Jonathan K. Melkun upon the occasion of being named a
National Merit Scholar; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be
transmitted to Jonathan K. Melkun.