A New School Year Started...

The beginning of a new school year is upon us and the excitement for all students is fun to observe. I'm inspired by the hope for the future that many students have as they realize this may be their last year in school. I particularly enjoy seeing the light that occurrs as young people begin to understand the choices they make affect their future. As I witness the adversity that some students must overcome and the way they overcome and compensate for this adversity I never fail to be stunned. The investment we as citizens make in our children cannot be over stated. We must continue to offer the necessary support for our children while at the same time expect and demand the best from them and ourselves. The strength of our nation is dependent upon the next generation, my hope is that we all see the responsibility we have for our future.