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

 
PROCLAMATION 8092--DEC. 22, 2006

Proclamation 8092 of December 22, 2006
National Mentoring Month, 2007
By the President of the United States of America
A Proclamation
During National Mentoring Month, we honor the caring individuals across
our Nation who are committed to helping the next generation of Americans
reach their full potential.
Mentors help teach important skills that are necessary for a healthy,
successful life and help shape the character of our young people. They
instill compassion and responsibility in our children and help motivate
them to do their best in school. By providing leadership and guidance,
mentors can inspire young people to set high goals and help them achieve
a bright future.
My Administration is committed to helping the next generation realize
the promise of our Nation. Through the USA Freedom Corps, we are
providing opportunities for mentors to connect with children in schools,
after-school programs, and community groups. The Helping America's Youth
initiative, led by First Lady Laura Bush, raises awareness about the
challenges facing our youth and encourages adults to connect with youth
in three key areas: family, school, and community. The initiative also
supports community partnerships that develop opportunities for mentoring
and positive youth development.
I appreciate the contributions of all those who serve as mentors, and I
encourage all Americans to get involved in mentoring programs. To learn
about mentoring opportunities, citizens can visit the USA Freedom Corps
website at volunteer.gov. By joining teachers, coaches, religious
leaders, relatives, and other mentors, individuals can use their talents
and experiences to enrich the lives of young people and demonstrate the
compassionate spirit of America.
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 January 2007 as National
Mentoring Month. I call upon the people of the United States to
recognize the importance of mentoring, to look for opportunities to
serve as mentors in their communities, and to observe this month with
appropriate activities and programs.

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IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this twenty-second day
of December, in the year of our Lord two thousand six, and of the
Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and thirty-
first.
GEORGE W. BUSH