Senate Resolution No. 2524

BY: Senator BONACIC

HONORING Amanda Polman upon the occasion of her
designation for special recognition by the Orange
County Interscholastic Athletic Association as a
2017 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 Amanda
Polman upon the occasion of her designation for special recognition by
the Orange County Interscholastic Athletic Association as a 2017 Senior
Scholar-Athlete; this momentous occasion was celebrated with a Breakfast
on Thursday, April 20, 2017, at Kuhl's Highland House, Middletown, New
York; and

WHEREAS, Academically and athletically, Amanda Polman has
distinguished herself as a young woman 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 John S. Burke Catholic High School, Amanda
Polman has a 97.42 GPA; she is a member of the National Honor Society,
Student Government, Fashion Club, and the Environmental Club; and

WHEREAS, In addition, she is a member of both the lacrosse team and
track, and captain of the volleyball team; and

WHEREAS, Dedicated to her community, Amanda Polman gives tirelessly
of her time and energies to volunteering for Elant Ferguson and the
Noonan Foundation; and

WHEREAS, An outstanding role model for her classmates, Amanda Polman
has brought honor to her family, school, and community; she plans to
attend college and major in economics; and

WHEREAS, Amanda Polman may stand with pride in her achievements,
experiencing the satisfaction of her labors and the joy of her
accomplishments, eager to face the challenge of new experiences as she
continues her education; and

WHEREAS, Amanda Polman represents the potential inherent in our most
precious resource, our youth; this Legislative Body is pleased to honor
this young woman, recognizing her achievements and the promise of her
future; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
honor Amanda Polman upon the occasion of her designation for special
recognition by the Orange County Interscholastic Athletic Association as

a 2017 Senior Scholar-Athlete, and to wish her well in her future
endeavors; and be it further

RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be
transmitted to Amanda Polman.