Education holds a central position in the creation, development, and nurturing of a society.
Education should be constantly cognizant of the fact that all persons are individuals of worth and are entitled to be treated with dignity and respect. Education functions under the realization that equal opportunity to access and to benefit from teaching and learning must be afforded to all persons. Education provides the opportunity for all citizens in a democratic society to explore, to discover, and to develop their special aptitudes and interests. Education holds as a sacred trust its responsibility to assist persons in their quest for a fulfilling life and for responsible citizenship in a world characterized by change.