Ode to Dumbledore

"It is our choices that show what we truly are far more than our abilities."

- Albus Dumbledore

I chose this quote because its from one of my favorite fictional characters in literary history. Albus Dumbledore was the wise wizard who served as Harry's father figure in J.K. Rowling's Harry Potter series. By far, it is still my favorite work of modern fantasy fiction.

This quote has always resonated with me. When one's abilities and talents are not properly utilized, they can go wasted and unrecognized. As teachers, we want our students to use these abilities to succeed in life. We want to guide our students in making the good choices, the smart choices in life. I strive to inculcate those values into my curriculum, hoping and believing that it will lead to success beyond academia.