My quotes from writings or speeches of the two people I identified in the discussion.
" Education is not a problem. Education is an opportunity."
- Lyndon B. Johnson
"We have entered an age in which education is not just a luxury permitting some men an advantage over others. It has become a necessity without which a person is defenseless in this complex, industrialized society. We have truly entered the century of the educated man."
- Lyndon B. Johnson
"We are decision makers. As adults caring for children, it is our responsibility to seek out and intentionally plan the best opportunities for children that support their over-all well being and healthy development."
- Susan BredeKamp
" Children benefit most from teachers who have the skills, knowledge, and judgement to make good decisions and are given the opportunity to use them."
- Susan BredeKamp
My quotes about passion, motivation, and wisdom from the professional in the media.
"I had a built in passion that was important to make a real contribution in the world and to fix all the injustices that existed in the world and I wanted to do that through teaching."
- Louise Derman Sparks
"When I go to parent meetings and actually see what parents learning how to speak to policy makers, learning how to write letters, learning how to tell their story and share their voice, that's what keep me motivated. Regardless of all the challenges going on."
- Sandy Escobido
"I am not here to save the world. I'm here to make a difference in the community that I'm working."
- Raymond Hernandes MS ED
" I believe all women should have a choice."
- Renatta M. Cooper
"Today as a national expert, I continue to be that interpreter and translate."
- Leticia Lara LCSW
Hello, love the quotes. Especially this one, " Education is not a problem. Education is an opportunity."
ReplyDeleteThat is my favorite too. It is a true statement.
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