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Senator Bonacic Honors Exceptional New Paltz High School Students at His Annual Excellence in Education Event
June 26, 2017
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(Albany, NY)- Senator John J. Bonacic (R/C/I-Mt. Hope) recently honored high school valedictorians, salutatorians and honored students from 23 high schools in the 42nd Senate District at his annual “Excellence in Education” event in Albany. The special occasion honors students who not only have excelled academically, but have also made positive contributions to their community.
“These students are some of the best and brightest New York State has to offer,” said Senator Bonacic. “Each of these students excel because of their hard work and dedication to their studies, their peers and their community. They have the qualities to be the future leaders of America and I am proud of each and every one of them and their accomplishments.”
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Senator Bonacic Meets with SUNY Chancellor Kristina Johnson
February 27, 2018
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Senator Bonacic Announces $75,000 Grant for the Town of New Paltz
February 21, 2018
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