New York State Senator

Patty Ritchie

 

Senator Patty Ritchie

Dear Friends:Poet William Butler Yeats described the role o a teacher as “not thelling o a pail, but the lighting o a re.”We all know the best teachers are those who understand that thelove o learning doesn’t stop at the classroom door, or at gradua-tion—those who “light a re” that inspires a lielong passion orlearning.I am pleased to honor just such teachers tonight, with the New York State Senate eaching Excellence Awards.You inspire us all with your dedication and commitment to yourstudents and your communities.Tank you or all you do.Sincerely,