I am not here for myself.

When I look at my own children, I wonder what their lives will be like.  I know that the answer to this question begins, in part, with what type of education they receive.  The same is true for all children.

I am, therefore, not here for myself.  As an educator, I am here for my kids, and yours.

(Matt Ridenour is an Associate Professor and Director of the Center for Teaching and Learning at the College of St. Scholastica. He lives in Duluth, MN.)