Education should build pride in minority groups' heritage.
"We have got to build pride, self-esteem and confidence."
Some schools view their week as an initiation or rite of passage while others view it as a time to build school spirit and pride.
The program also builds confidence and pride, because students meet people who are successful and begin to see themselves as writers.
He made changes both bold and subtle: roster moves, motivational statements, demands for discipline and a call to build pride.
"It's a little hard to build pride when you can't see yourself playing a role."
These students work to build pride and self-esteem through educational and cultural programs, discovering their heritage and learning ways to effect change.
It helps children and adults build self-esteem and pride in their accomplishments.
"It is supposed to build pride in a country that badly needs it," he said.
This builds pride, as well as a stronger sense of community.