Whereas, The most precious and valuable asset of our state is our children,
and the future of our society depends largely on the emotional, social, physical
and intellectual growth of these most cherished individuals; and,
Whereas, We look to parents in protecting and guiding their children and inspiring
in them the importance of honesty, respect, education, empathy, service and
determination; and,
Whereas, Parents who nurture, love and guide their children help them develop
into healthy, caring, loving, responsible and contributing citizens; and,
Whereas, Informed and supported parenting can add stability and strength to
our children’s lives and help reduce social problems such as substance
abuse, school failure, teenage pregnancy, violence and crime; and,
Whereas, Providing and promoting parenting education and resources for developing
parenting skills will contribute greatly to the improved quality of life for
the Michigan family, our parents and children, and can benefit future generations
throughout both peninsulas of our great state; and,
Whereas, Establishing March as Parenting Awareness Month provides us with an
opportunity to honor and celebrate individuals who have embraced the challenge
of parenthood, as well as to promote parenting education, parent involvement
and parent networks throughout our state; and now therefore be it
Resolved, That I, Jennifer M. Granholm, Governor of the State of Michigan,
do hereby proclaim March, 2003, as Parenting Awareness Month in Michigan.
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