To believe in a child is to believe in the future.  
Through their aspirations they will save the world.
With their combined knowledge the turbulent seas of hate and 
injustice will be calmed.
They will champion the causes of life's underdogs, forging a 
society without class discrimination.
They will supply humanity with music and beauty as it has never 
been known.
They will endure.
Towards these ends I pledge my life's work.
I will supply the children with tools and knowledge to overcome 
the obstacles.
I will pass on the wisdom of my years and temper it with 
patience.  
I shall impart to each child the desire to fulfill his or her dreams.
I shall teach.

-Henry James