Senate Resolution No. 2070
BY: Senator GAUGHRAN
CONGRATULATING Kavya G. Rao upon the occasion of
being named a National Merit Scholar
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 Kavya
G. Rao 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, Kavya G. Rao 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 Half Hollow Hills High School East,
Kavya G. Rao plans to major in Medicine; and
WHEREAS, Kavya G. Rao, 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 her classmates, Kavya G. Rao
has brought honor to her family, school, and community; she truly
embodies diligence, motivation and tenacity, admirable qualities that
will serve her well now and into the future; and
WHEREAS, Poised eagerly with enthusiasm and determined purpose, this
scholar now stands honorably, with just pride in her accomplishments and
in eager anticipation of future challenges, understanding and
appreciating the caring counsel and support provided by her teachers,
coaches and parents; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
congratulate Kavya G. Rao 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 Kavya G. Rao.
