Concern Quote by Nikki Giovanni
“Educational progress is a national concern; education is a private one.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Commencement Address, Nikki Giovanni, 1999
Education affects society at large while also shaping each individual's private journey.
In simple terms: Education is both public and personal.
Key Takeaway
Invest in education for societal and personal benefit.
Themes
education
public good
personal development
national concern
learning
Mood
hopeful
determined
optimistic
Type
motivational
philosophical
When to use this quote
- school reform
- parental involvement
- community workshops
- career counseling
Key Concepts
Sociology
policy
philosophy
Questions to Reflect On
- How does personal learning impact community health?
- What policies best support both public and private educational goals?
A Different Perspective
Public education funding is often contested.
![“I just think she was a wonderful woman. What I think of when I think of Nina [Simone] is someone that I could relate to, who didn't want anything from me, that could relate to me because I didn't want anything from her. It was nice.” quote by Nikki Giovanni](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/4d5/nikki-giovanni-1757_nice_i-just-think-she-was-a-wonderful-woman-w_31454.jpg)
![“[To become a poet] The most important thing is to pay attention. The next would probably be to read; it's so important to pay attention. It keeps you from being bored, and I might add it keeps you from being boorish.” quote by Nikki Giovanni](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/27b/nikki-giovanni-1757_add_to-become-a-poet-the-most-important-thin_189198.jpg)
