White House Convenes Discussion on Youths

Washington

Children need to be surrounded by caring adults, including teachers and mentors, to make better choices that lead to more successful adult lives, first lady Laura Bush told a group of educators, academics, children, and religious leaders at the White House Conference on Helping America’s Youth last week.

“Outside of family, school is the most important part of a child’s life. And education is vital to helping America’s youth,” Mrs. Bush said in opening the Oct. 27 conference at Howard University here.

“Grandparents, teachers, mentors, pastors, and coaches can also support parents and help children make better choices that lead to a healthier and more...