We do students a great disservice by implying that one set of students is more important than another.
Sentiment: NEGATIVE
But the fact is, no matter how good the teacher, how small the class, how focused on quality education the school may be none of this matters if we ignore the individual needs of our students.
It's important for students to take their studies seriously.
It is part of the work of education to have substantive relationships with your students.
I cannot emphasize enough the importance of a good teacher.
Good students are good at all things.
Students must have initiative; they should not be mere imitators. They must learn to think and act for themselves - and be free.
Education should be one of our top funding priorities; talking about it does not help the teachers and students who desperately need promises fulfilled.
I'm clear that we do need to improve what's happening in our schools.
I feel that is more important than my work, the influence I have on my students.
Our teachers are valuable, and our public policy should reflect that.