SENATE MEMORIAL 15

49th legislature - STATE OF NEW MEXICO - first session, 2009

INTRODUCED BY

Bernadette M. Sanchez

A MEMORIAL

CELEBRATING FAMILIES AND DECLARING THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 12, 2009, AS "NEW MEXICO FAMILY AND PARENT INVOLVEMENT DAY" AT THE SENATE.

     WHEREAS, families and parents are the first teachers of young children, and they serve as support for their children's future success; and

     WHEREAS, according to a study conducted by the Harvard family research project, parental involvement is associated with higher student achievement outcomes; and

     WHEREAS, parents advocate for their children's learning and health by caring for them and nurturing them so as to build upon their innate strengths; and

     WHEREAS, the success of New Mexico's children depends upon schools, health care providers, families and communities working together; and

     WHEREAS, respect for the language, culture, individuality and personal circumstances of families is vital in engaging families as valued partners in efforts to promote school success for children; and

     WHEREAS, acknowledging the strengths, capabilities, contributions and interests of all families and parents is critical to creating family-friendly environments in which children can grow and thrive;

     NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE SENATE OF THE STATE OF NEW MEXICO that it celebrate New Mexico families and declare Thursday, February 12, 2009, as "New Mexico Family and Parent Involvement Day" at the senate.

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