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WHEREAS, the Campus School of Carlow University was founded in 1963 by Sister Mary Paul Hickey, RSM, Ph.D.; and
WHEREAS, Sister Mary Paul Hickey demonstrated the quality of wise and prudent leadership during her forty plus years as Director of the Campus School; and
WHEREAS, the Campus School of Carlow University is a Catholic, co-educational facility that is deeply rooted in the values-based tradition of the Sisters of Mercy; and
WHEREAS, the Campus School of Carlow University welcomes and respects all religious beliefs in its Montessori, Pre-K, Kindergarten, and Grades One through Eight programs; and
WHEREAS, the faculty of the Campus School of Carlow University, acting in cooperation with the parents and guardians of the school's students, share a mutual responsibility in nurturing "Children of Spirit" in an environment that emphasizes strength of character, service, kindness, joy, peace, and love; and
WHEREAS, the faculty and administration of the Campus School of Carlow University seek to focus their attention on the creation of academic excellence, while simultaneously promoting the cultural enrichment of each student, thereby encouraging intellectual growth and independent thought; and
WHEREAS, the Campus School of Carlow University proudly celebrates its strong relationship and historical connectedness with Carlow University, as well as the University's President, Board of Trustees, and officers; and
WHEREAS, on Saturday, May 19, 2007, the Campus School of Carlow University will hold its "Founders Legacy Evening," to take place on the beautiful grounds of Carlow University which is located at 3333 Fifth Avenue in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania; and
WHEREAS, this inaugural event will honor the School's former students, alumni, teachers, parents, and friends, while also celebrating the original vision of Sister Mary Paul Hickey which continues today under the Campus School of Carlow University's Executive Director, Dr. Anne-Marie Balzano, Ph.D
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Council of the City of Pittsburgh does hereby wish to congratulate the Campus School of Carlow University, as it celebrates its past, present, and future, while additionally thanking the Campus School for all of its contributions to the educational, social, and spiritual growth of generations of young people in the Pittsburgh area.