[Federal Register Volume 71, Number 108 (Tuesday, June 6, 2006)]
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The President





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Proclamation 8026--National Child's Day, 2006
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                Proclamation 8026 of June 1, 2006

                
National Child's Day, 2006

                By the President of the United States of America

                A Proclamation

                A hopeful society ensures that its children are 
                provided with the knowledge, skills, and opportunities 
                to succeed. On National Child's Day, we reaffirm our 
                commitment to America's children and recognize the 
                power that each of us has to make a difference in a 
                young person's life.

                The character of a child is formed in the earliest 
                years through the love and guidance of family members 
                and other caring individuals. A parent, teacher, or 
                mentor can help improve a child's academic achievement, 
                encourage right choices, and help them to understand 
                the importance of serving a cause greater than self.

                Through USA Freedom Corps, my Administration is 
                providing opportunities for volunteers to work with 
                children in schools, after-school programs, and through 
                community groups and organizations. By volunteering, 
                these adults set an example of service and good 
                citizenship for our young people and provide youth with 
                the stability and encouragement they need to achieve 
                their dreams. My Administration has also launched the 
                Community Guide to Helping America's Youth at 
                helpingamericasyouth.gov. This web-based tool is part 
                of the Helping America's Youth initiative, led by First 
                Lady Laura Bush, and assists communities in identifying 
                ways to lend a hand to children in need. In addition, 
                my Administration is working through No Child Left 
                Behind and the American Competitiveness Initiative to 
                ensure every child has a quality education and the 
                opportunity to succeed. By investing in the lives of 
                our young people, we can help develop their personal 
                character, teach them to be responsible citizens, and 
                enable them to realize their full potential.

                NOW, THEREFORE, I, GEORGE W. BUSH, President of the 
                United States of America, do hereby proclaim June 4, 
                2006, as National Child's Day. I call upon citizens to 
                observe this day with appropriate ceremonies and 
                activities. I also urge all the people of the United 
                States to take an active role in helping nurture the 
                minds and character of our Nation's children.

                IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this 
                first day of June, in the year of our Lord two thousand 
                six, and of the Independence of the United States of 
                America the two hundred and thirtieth.

                    (Presidential Sig.)B

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