PROCLAMATION BY RICHARD J. CODEY
ACTING GOVERNOR OF THE STATE OF NEW JERSEY

WHEREAS, increased diversity in New Jersey requires greater understanding of the myriad of cultures present in our state in order to learn and work respectfully across cultures; and

WHEREAS, international education increases student knowledge and awareness of the world's cultures, peoples, and languages, and brings an international perspective into New Jersey's classrooms; and

WHEREAS, New Jersey's economy and its ability to compete in the global marketplace are dependent on the ability of all residents to function culturally, politically and economically in a global society; and

WHEREAS, international education promotes knowledge and understanding of other countries - including their language, history, geography, religion, arts and political and economic systems; and

WHEREAS, international education fosters creativity, critical thinking, and problem solving through the exploration of complex and controversial issues; and

WHEREAS, the New Jersey Core Curriculum Content Standards support international education through the study of social studies, world languages, the arts, and other core content areas; and

WHEREAS, connecting the student acquisition of international literacy to real world experiences beyond state and national borders through participation in international studies, international exchange programs and other activities that advance cultural awareness and promote mutual understanding is important for all New Jersey students; and

WHEREAS, the U.S. Department of State and the U.S. Department of Education have proclaimed November 14th through November 18th, 2005 as International Education Week - a time to celebrate the diversity of America and the many different cultures, languages and traditions that make up our global community;

NOW, THEREFORE, I, Richard J. Codey, Acting Governor of the State of New Jersey, do hereby proclaim November 14th through November 18th, 2005, as NEW JERSEY INTERNATIONAL EDUCATION WEEK in New Jersey.

GIVEN, under my hand and the Great Seal of the State of New Jersey, this second day of November in the year of Our Lord two thousand five and of the Independence of the United States, the two hundred and thirtieth.

ACTING GOVERNOR RICHARD J. CODEY

REGINA L. THOMAS, SECRETARY OF STATE

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