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HomeMy WebLinkAboutPROCLAMATION Education and Sharing Day 2019-04-16(itc J3art,otorabo to clamatto a WHEREAS,excellence in education is vital to the success of our nation and to the Town of Estes Park,and we look to instill each child and adolescent with a good education;and WHEREAS,education prepares our students for the responsibilities and opportunities of the future and develops the intellect through lessons in literacy,math and science;and WHEREAS,one shining example of what education represents was proded by the Rebbe,Rabbi Menachem Schneerson,a global spiritual leader who dedicated his life to the betterment of mankind.A tireless advocate for youth around the world,the Rebbe emphasized the importance of education and good character,and instilled the hope for a brighter future into the lives of countless people in America and across the globe;and WHEREAS,the Rebbe taught that education should not be limited to the acquisition of knowledge and preparation for a career but also for the benefit of society through the focus of education on the building of character,with an emphasis on moral and ethical values;and ‘WHEREAS,in recognition of the Rebbe’s outstanding and lasting contributions world education,morality,and acts of charity,he has been awarded the Congressional Gold Medal,and the United States Congress has established his birth date as a national day to raise awareness and strength the education of our children; and WHEREAS,the United State Congress has established “Education and Sharing Day, USA”to commemorate the Rebbe’s achievements and the lessons and the vision he set forth are relevant to us all today;and the US President proclaims this day annually in recognition of the Rebbe’s vision and contribution;and WHEREAS,Chabad-Lubavitch (Chabad Jewish Center)of Northern Colorado has been at the vanguard of Jewish outreach in Estes Park and the Northern Colorado region,bettering the lives of countless residents,uniting a variety of faiths and religions for the common purpose of making the world a better place;and WHEREAS,the character of our young people is strengthened by serving a cause greater than self and by the anchor of virtues,including courage and compassion.By instilling a spirit of service in our children,we create a more optimistic future for them and for our community. NOW,THEREFORE,BE IT RESOLVED that the Mayor and the Trustees of the Town of Estes Park do hereby proclaim April i6,2019,as EDUCATION AND SHARING DAY in the Town of Estes Park,and call upon government officials,educators,volunteers,and citizens to reach out to young people and work to create a better,brighter,and more hopeful future for all. In witness whereof I have hereunto set my hand and caused this seal to be affixed. /)), Todd A.Jirsa,Mayor Attest C April 16,2019 ©2005 wwwMunIcipaIAwards