Dear student and future educator,
As you look ahead to the future and prepare to become a teacher, I hope that you truly see the power and influence of an education. Not only does it increase knowledge in people, but it also creates a sense of common ground between people of many differences. When people are together learning the same thing, you find many similarities between people of various cultures. The power of a unified group made up of different people is very strong. It can make major changes in that particular area and society which can then spread to larger areas. I am speaking from experience here. At a time when most people saw only differences and barriers between Native Americans and missionaries, I saw an opportunity to teach the Native Americans, help them become civilized and accomodated. 'I did not doubt then, nor do I now, the capacity of the Indian for the highest attainments in civilization, in the arts and religion...' (p. 22)
Education is a powerful thing and it is important that everyone has a chance to experience it. It is also important for everyone to receive a well rounded education in areas such as reading, writing, arithmetic, arts, business, etc. (p. 23) If you work hard, the dreams of everyone of every culture having an equal and fair education can come true, just as my dream of 'establishing schools in Indian Territory became a reality.' (p. 29) Good luck and let me know if I can help.
Sincerely,
Thomas L. McKenney
As you look ahead to the future and prepare to become a teacher, I hope that you truly see the power and influence of an education. Not only does it increase knowledge in people, but it also creates a sense of common ground between people of many differences. When people are together learning the same thing, you find many similarities between people of various cultures. The power of a unified group made up of different people is very strong. It can make major changes in that particular area and society which can then spread to larger areas. I am speaking from experience here. At a time when most people saw only differences and barriers between Native Americans and missionaries, I saw an opportunity to teach the Native Americans, help them become civilized and accomodated. 'I did not doubt then, nor do I now, the capacity of the Indian for the highest attainments in civilization, in the arts and religion...' (p. 22)
Education is a powerful thing and it is important that everyone has a chance to experience it. It is also important for everyone to receive a well rounded education in areas such as reading, writing, arithmetic, arts, business, etc. (p. 23) If you work hard, the dreams of everyone of every culture having an equal and fair education can come true, just as my dream of 'establishing schools in Indian Territory became a reality.' (p. 29) Good luck and let me know if I can help.
Sincerely,
Thomas L. McKenney
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