Whereas , Research shows that vision disorders are the number one handicapping condition of vision problems that could interfere with learning, according to the College of Optometrists in Vision Development and the Michigan Optometric Association; and,

Whereas , When children and parents across Michigan take time in the month of August to prepare for another school year by purchasing new clothing and supplies, they also should have their children examined for any undiagnosed and untreated vision problems; and,

Whereas , All children deserve the opportunity to learn and to achieve their full potential and, for this reason, public awareness about learning-related vision problems is necessary to ensure that young people receive the prompt vision treatment they need to enhance their lives; and,

Resolved , That I, Jennifer M. Granholm, Governor of the State of Michigan, do hereby proclaim August 2008 as Children's Vision and Learning Month.