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Proc 8891ProclamationObama · DCeremonial

Proclamation 8891

National Character Counts Week, 2012

This proclamation designates October 21-27, 2012 as National Character Counts Week, encouraging Americans to reflect on and promote values of integrity, respect, and service. It calls on public officials, educators, parents, students, and all Americans to observe the week with ceremonies and activities, with particular emphasis on addressing bullying and fostering character development in children.

Federal Register Open PDF 77 FR 65093

Impact dates

  1. Start of National Character Counts Week observance period

Key directives

  • Proclaim October 21 through October 27, 2012 as National Character Counts Week
  • Call upon public officials, educators, parents, students, and all Americans to observe this week with appropriate ceremonies, activities, and programs

Timeline

Immediate

  • Proclamation of October 21-27, 2012 as National Character Counts Week

Near term (90d)

  • Observance period October 21-27, 2012

Long term

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Risks & tensions

None flagged.

Proclamation 8891: National Character Counts Week, 2012 · Executive Orders