The honor of leadership should not be given to people who crave authority or seek attention.
Power should be reserved for individuals who are daunted by the weight of the role but guided by a sense of responsibility to serve.
Heavy should be the head that wears the crown.
I’m enough of realist to know this school year, like any, will be filled with challenges but I’m optimistic that there will be just as much joy within school buildings! Let’s do this 2020-21...Be the light!
Tonight, let's have tributes of appreciation for school teachers. Because you're amazing, vital engines of optimism that our nation can and will become a better place. Thank you to all who answer the call to service. May the country that emerges appreciate you more.