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Education is an incredibly personal issue for me. If you're the first generation to go to college, sometimes you don't realize your potential until others point it out.

From Priscilla Chan

I am a simple creature.

From Priscilla Chan

I think it's a shame when people don't see the funny, thoughtful Mark that I know. He is incredibly sensitive and really cares about what other people need and want and really wants to be able to make someone else's day. And that's the Mark that I see.

From Priscilla Chan

I'm pro-hoodie.

From Priscilla Chan

We live in Palo Alto, which has, fortunately, one of the greatest school districts in the country.

From Priscilla Chan

My public school teachers did a great job of saying, 'Check this out. You're qualified for this. You should explore these opportunities.' They're the ones who said, 'You know, apply to Harvard. You might be a good fit here.'

From Priscilla Chan

We've invested in Newark's children, the schools and teachers, and these are long-term bets that need a number of years to really pan out. We've seen and learned how important it is to listen to the community and really get a sense of what they need and want. And it's a long journey.

From Priscilla Chan

I'd love a job at Facebook.

From Priscilla Chan

I bossed my middle sister around all the time.

From Priscilla Chan

We have Beast, our Hungarian sheep dog. And he is so talented. He's so smart. He knows his daily schedule. He has an extracurricular activity. He goes herding. He herds sheep. And we've been told that he's quite gifted.

From Priscilla Chan

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