Suffolk County Legislator Rob Trotta recognized Nicholas Colao of Troop 7 for attaining the esteemed rank of Eagle Scout at his Court of Honor at the IBEW Hall on Sunday, June 8, 2025. He was joined by family, friends, fellow scouts and dignitaries.
President John F. Kennedy was the first official Boy Scout to rise to the office of president. He served in a troop in Bronxville, New York, from 1929 to 1931. Gerald Ford, Bill Clinton, George W. Bush, Barack Obama, and Joe Biden were all Scouts too. Gerald Ford, the 38th president is, at least so far, the only Eagle Scout to ascend to the White House.
And now, a Suffolk County Scout will attain the rank of Eagle Scout. Who knows, maybe he will become president one day, too
“In Scouting, attaining the rank of Eagle Scout is a monumental challenge that only 5 percent of scouts ever complete. Young men and women who embark on this life-changing journey are sure to experience personal growth and build rewarding friendships along the way. But that’s not all — an Eagle Scout’s dedication is rewarded beyond their prestigious rank, with many benefits they’ll take with them for the rest of their lives!,” says ScoutSmart.
For his Eagle Scout Community Service Project, Nicholas restored the graves of 62 veterans at the cemetery at St. James Episcopal Church. He also replaced a missing bench outside of Mills Hall at the church that was used by residents waiting for rides or needed a place to sit.
“This is a very proud moment for Nicholas, his family and friends and the other scouts. This accomplishment will be with him for the rest of his life, and I am sure he will serve as an inspiration to the younger scouts,” said Suffolk County Legislator Rob Trotta.