Bill Text: NY J00731 | 2023-2024 | General Assembly | Introduced
Bill Title: Congratulating Evan P. Campbell-Tinglin upon the occasion of her retirement after many years of dedicated service as a School Counselor at The Science and Medicine Middle School 366 of Brooklyn, New York
Spectrum: Partisan Bill (Democrat 1-0)
Status: (Passed) 2023-04-18 - ADOPTED [J00731 Detail]
Download: New_York-2023-J00731-Introduced.html
Senate Resolution No. 731 BY: Senator PERSAUD CONGRATULATING Evan P. Campbell-Tinglin upon the occasion of her retirement after many years of dedicated service as a School Counselor at The Science and Medicine Middle School 366 of Brooklyn, New York WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to acknowledge the significant milestones in the distinguished careers of those outstanding educational leaders, whose dedication and achievements have been instrumental in developing character and academic excellence in the young people of New York State; and WHEREAS, 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, This Legislative Body is justly proud to congratulate Evan P. Campbell-Tinglin upon the occasion of her retirement after many years of dedicated service as a School Counselor at The Science and Medicine Middle School 366 of Brooklyn, New York; and WHEREAS, The future success of our State and Nation is dependent upon individuals such as Evan P. Campbell-Tinglin, who have dedicated their lives to nurturing our most precious resource, our youth; and WHEREAS, Evan P. Campbell-Tinglin is the eighth of nine children born to the late Linda and Cleveland Campbell of Broadleaf, Manchester, Jamaica, West Indies; she received her early education at Broadleaf All Age School and New Bridge Private High School; and WHEREAS, After graduating from high school, Evan P. Campbell-Tinglin attended Caenwood Junior Teachers' College where she successfully completed a rigorous three-month course; this training adequately prepared her for a pre-trained teaching job at the Broadleaf All Age School where she taught for two years; and WHEREAS, Evan P. Campbell-Tinglin's deep love for her students and the profession of teaching led her to Bethlehem Teachers' College in Jamaica, where she graduated with honors after interning at Scholefield All Age School; and WHEREAS, Active in student life at the college, as well as in the churches at Bethlehem and Scholefield, Evan P. Campbell-Tinglin served as Vice President of the student body and was highly respected by all; she went on to teach English Language and General Science at Christiana Secondary School and served with distinction as Assistant Grade Supervisor; she was also very active at Zorn Moravian Church; and WHEREAS, Later, Evan P. Campbell-Tinglin migrated to the United States as an International Student at Western Carolina University, where she earned a bachelor's degree in middle school education with a minor in school counseling, and a master's degree in school counseling; and WHEREAS, An honor student and a member of Kappa Delta Pi, Evan P. Campbell-Tinglin was awarded a graduate assistantship and taught career development to seniors as well as study skills to freshmen at the University; and WHEREAS, Upon the completion of her studies, Evan P. Campbell-Tinglin relocated to New York, and gained employment as a Rehabilitation Counselor with Federation Employment and Guidance Services serving as a Primary Therapist and Coordinator of Article 16 Services; and WHEREAS, Yearning to work with children in a school setting, Evan P. Campbell-Tinglin received her license in School Counseling, followed by employment with New York City Department of Education; she steadfastly served the students and families of East Flatbush, and more specifically the Winthrop Intermediate School 232 community for over 10 years with zeal and enthusiasm; and WHEREAS, Evan P. Campbell-Tinglin went on to serve as a School Counselor at The Science and Medicine Middle School 366 in Brooklyn, where she was a vital part of the community and was the "go-to person" for students, families and school staff; and WHEREAS, Throughout her 13 years of tireless service to School 366, Evan P. Campbell-Tinglin was instrumental in ensuring her students' academic, college, career readiness, and social-emotional needs were adequately met; she brought an uncompromising standard of excellence to her work and a warm sense of caring and concern to every young person she helped; and WHEREAS, A true champion for children and youth, Evan P. Campbell-Tinglin founded a Scholarship Foundation in her beloved parents' name in her native island of Jamaica which provides book scholarships for student across grade levels, and funds general supplies and other needs for the students at Broadleaf All Age School; and WHEREAS, Evan P. Campbell-Tinglin gives credit to her late parents for instilling Christian values in her, and teaching her by example, the virtue of serving others; she was recently married and currently resides in Lake Worth, Florida, with her husband Michael; and WHEREAS, It is the custom of this Legislative Body that when individuals of such noble aims and accomplishments are brought to our attention, they should be celebrated and recognized by all the citizens of the great State of New York; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to congratulate Evan P. Campbell-Tinglin upon the occasion of her retirement after many years of dedicated service as a School Counselor at The Science and Medicine Middle School 366 of Brooklyn, New York; and be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to Evan P. Campbell-Tinglin.