However, loving is nothing if it is not an education...

hadn't realized I was so ignorant, Celie. The little I knew about my own self wouldn't have filled a thimble! And to think Miss Beasley always said I was the smartest child she ever taught! But one thing I do thank her for, for teaching me to learn for myself, by reading and studying and writing a clear hand. And for keeping alive in me somehow the desire to know.

In the U.S., we believe the best way to improve lives is to improve public education.

If thou seest a man of understanding, get thee betimes unto him, and let thy foot wear the steps of his door.

Recite: In the name of thy Lord who created,Created Man of a blood clot.Recite: And thy Lord is the mostGenerous, who taught by the Pen,Taught Man that he knew not.

Many shall run to and fro, and knowledge shall be increased.

Consider that I labored not for myself only, but for all them that seek learning.

A truly special teacher is very wise, and sees tomorrow in every child's eyes.

Your schooling may be over, but remember that your education still continues.

He learned rapidly because his first training was in how to learn. And the first lesson of all was the basic trust that he could learn. It is shocking to find how many people do not believe they can learn, and how many more believe learning to be difficult.

I try not to be an ideologue about anything. If I'm wrong, I'm wrong, and I'm willing to evolve.

Common Core is a big win for education.