Whereas, Michigan's school-based and school-linked health centers have been delivering comprehensive primary health-care and prevention services for over 20 years; and,

Whereas,  There are over 100 school-based and school-linked health centers and programs delivering a range of primary, preventive, and early intervention services to children and youth of all grade levels in urban, rural, and suburban schools across the state; and,
 
Whereas, Children and youth served by school-based and school-linked health centers show improved rates of school attendance, enhanced scores on standardized tests, less absenteeism due to illness, and increased immunization rates, while having their wellness and health-care needs addressed;

Now, Therefore, be it Resolved, That I, Jennifer M. Granholm, governor of the state of Michigan, do hereby proclaim February 2009 School-Based Health Center Month in Michigan.  I encourage all citizens to acknowledge the commitment and passion that school-based health centers demonstrate to meet the health-care needs of the youth and communities they serve.