To put it simply, school readiness means creating in this country a public love of children.
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To push for excellence today without continuing to push for access for less privileged students is to undermine the crucial but incomplete gains that have been made. Equity and excellence cannot be divided.
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What this quote means
Striving for excellence in education must include ensuring equal access for all students.
Ernest L. Boyer emphasizes that while pursuing high standards of excellence in education is important, it should not come at the expense of providing access for underprivileged students. He argues that equity and excellence in education are interconnected and that neglecting equity undermines the progress that has been achieved, highlighting the need for inclusive educational reforms that benefit all students.
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EquityExcellenceEducationAccessPrivilege
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Example use cases
In a speech about educational reforms, a speaker could say, 'As Ernest L. Boyer reminds us, we must not forget that striving for excellence should also mean pushing for equity.'
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