Make the following proclamation statement: Explain what you're saying based on the reasons stated above. Begin the statement with "Now, therefore," and give the author's name (your name), position (10th grade student), organization (high school name), place (city and state), and date. Be sure to include page numbers for any books or articles that support your reason for making the proclamation. State your purpose in issuing the proclamation. This can be done by stating why you are proclaiming today as an official day of celebration or recognition. For example, if you were to proclaim May 1 as National Get Out of School Early Day, this would be indicated by saying something like this: "I issue this proclamation because every child deserves a chance to get out of school early." Include other statements regarding how others can participate in the celebration or recognition being declared. For example, if you were to declare May 1 as National Get Out of School Early Day, you could also say things like this: "I call on schools to open their doors early so students can have more time outside to play sports, go hiking, or anything else they may want to do without worrying about getting home in time for dinner." Or you could even mention community organizations that can help provide activities for young people to keep them busy if their schools do not hold special events on this day. Finally, you should sign the proclamation.