Blame and betrayal are the emotional enemies of improvement.

The most important emotion in classrooms is surprise.

A first class system of early childhood education is the hallmark of a caring and civilized society.

A successful school has to engage all the people, all the powers, and all the capacities within it.

The quality & morale of teachers is absolutely central to the well being of students and their learning.

Implementation of technological change must involve critics as well as advocates.

Human growth is not like rhubarb. It can be nurtured and encouraged but it cannot be forced.