At its very core,
education is an innate expression of curiosity; a longing to understand and be
part of the world; a manifestation of purpose and passion that every person carries within them. The word education comes
from Latin educare meaning to lead out from within. In this
light, the teacher becomes an invitation to learning; a request that a student
shows up and brings forth her interest, his strengths and challenges, and her
commitment to manifest her unfolding future. Learning is not conducted behind
closed doors and is not limited to an activity that happens in the classroom
between a teacher and a student. It is an expression of the way that a person engages
in life through her values, life purpose, and integrity. Self-inquiry and
selfassessment provide insight into these values as well as tools for measuring
personal and professional growth.
by Carey Elizabeth Smith
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