All people need to love and be loved. Individual potential is unlocked as self esteem grows. Every child must have an advocate. There is value in human diversity. Every child is entitled to a safe, compassionate, learning environment.
Every individual can learn.
Expectations of excellence yield excellence. The acquisition of knowledge and reasoning skills is essential to human progress. Significant learning takes place when the process is relevant to the individual. The desire for learning can be cultivated. America's form of government requires educated citizens.