I accept the challenge to be

sagacious and tenacious in teaching

every student because

I believe that every child can learn.

I accept the responsibility

to create a learning environment conducive

to optimum achievement

academically, socially, and emotionally.

I actively pursue excellence

for myself and for my students.

I provide a model of decorum and respect

that guides my students as well as honors them.

I affirm superlative expectations

for my students and myself

I cherish every child

I am a teacher.

I change the world

one student at a time.