[United States Statutes at Large, Volume 121, 110th Congress, 1st Session]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]

 
PROCLAMATION 8152--MAY 31, 2007

Proclamation 8152 of May 31, 2007
National Child's Day, 2007
By the President of the United States of America
A Proclamation
Today's children are tomorrow's leaders, and our Nation has a
responsibility to ensure that they develop the character and skills
needed to succeed. On National Child's Day, we underscore our commitment
to our children and pledge to provide them with the care, protection,
and education they deserve.
Children are great blessings in our lives. They rely on the love and
guidance of parents, family members, mentors from faith-based and
community organizations, and teachers to help them gain a sense of
confidence and learn that their actions have consequences. All of us
play an important role in teaching our children that the decisions they
make today will affect them for the rest of their lives.
My Administration is committed to helping young Americans reach their
full potential. One of my top priorities is to reauthorize the No Child
Left Behind Act, a good law that has brought great progress. Students
are scoring higher and beginning to close the achievement gap, proving
that when we set expectations high, America's schools and students will
rise to meet them. My Administration is also ensuring that our country
is competitive by enhancing math and science education through the
American Competitiveness Initiative. Additionally, the Department of
Health and Human Services and its partners are working to prevent
childhood obesity by encouraging America's youth to exercise and
practice healthy eating habits. And the Helping America's Youth
initiative, led by First Lady Laura Bush, raises awareness about the
challenges that face our young people and motivates caring adults to
connect with children in three key areas: family, school, and

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community. We will continue to work to provide a safe environment and a
quality education for our Nation's boys and girls to ensure that they
are prepared to lead lives of purpose and success.
On National Child's Day and throughout the year, we are grateful for
young Americans and those who support them. Through a loving commitment
to America's youth, we can create a more hopeful society, build a bright
future for our country, and encourage our children to achieve their
dreams.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, GEORGE W. BUSH, President of the United States of
America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution and
laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim June 3, 2007 as National
Child's Day. I call upon our citizens to celebrate National Child's Day
with the appropriate ceremonies and activities. I also urge all
Americans to dedicate time and energy to educating our youth and
providing them with a safe and caring environment.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this thirty-first day of
May, in the year of our Lord two thousand seven, and of the Independence
of the United States of America the two hundred and thirty-first.
GEORGE W. BUSH