PROCLAMATION 6067—NOV. 14, 1989 103 STAT. 3157 cannot develop or maintain effective foreign policies, trade strategies, and business practices if the physical characteristics and poUtical boundaries of various regions of the world are unfamiliar to us. Like- wise, our efforts to promote international understanding and coopera- tion depend, in large part, upon our ability to understand the language, customs, and physical circimistances of other peoples. Because geo- graphic conditions can have a profound effect upon each nation's de- velopment and role in the world, it is vital that we study them careful- ly- During Geography Awareness Week, we recognize the importance of encouraging every American citizen to develop a thorough understand- ing of elementary geography. Fortunately, we have already begim to address the need for improvements in America's educational system, including renewed emphasis on the basics. By imparting to our Nation's schoolchildren a greater understanding of geography, and by ensuring that we set a positive example for them through our own efforts to study the world around us, we can give them one of the most important tools they will need to function in the global community. To focus attention on the importance of the study and mastery of geog- raphy, the Congress, by Senate Joint Resolution 120, has designated the week beginning November 12, 1989, as "Geography Awareness Week" and has authorized and requested the President to issue a proclamation in observance of this week. NOW, THEREFORE, I, GEORGE BUSH, President of the United States of America, do hereby proclaim the week beginning November 12, 1989, as Geography Awareness Week. I lu-ge all Americans to observe this week with appropriate ceremonies and activities. ^ IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this ninth day of November, in the year of our Lord nineteen hundred and eighty-nine, and of the Independence of the United States of America the two hun- dred and fourteenth. GEORGE BUSH Proclamation 6067 of November 14, 1989 American Education Week, 1989 By the President of the United States of America A Proclamation Education is a lifelong process of growth and discovery that, for each child, begins within the inimitable shelter of the family and extends through years of schooling and experience. During American Education Week, we pause to reflect upon the importance of a strong educational system to our well-being as individuals and as a Nation. America's schools play an important role in nurturing our children's in- tellectual and social development. By helping their students grow in knowledge, skill, and reasoning ability, teachers not only open the doors of opportunity for them, but also help them to become responsi- ble, productive citizens. Giving young people a greater understancUng of
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