Student Success Statement

“Nothing in the world can take the place of persistence. Talent will not; nothing is more common than unsuccessful men with talent. Genius will not; the world if full of educated derelicts. Persistence and determination alone are omnipotent. The slogan ‘Press On’ has solved and always will solve the problem of the human race.”

-Calvin Coolidge, 30^th president of the United States

Reflection: Calvin Coolidge’s words of wisdom are very true. Nothing will ever take the place of persistence. Neither talent nor genius will ever overcome or take the place of persistence and determination. Many people in the world who are talented are failures, and many individuals who are geniuses don’t have anywhere to stay or live. Persistence and determination is the key to success and to solve the problem of the human race. Nothing can replace these two essentials of success. Choose the right and be a persistent and determined individual.