Education

"For members of the Church, education is not merely a good idea—it’s a commandment. We are to learn “of things both in heaven and in the earth, and under the earth; things which have been, things which are, things which must shortly come to pass; things which are at home, things which are abroad.”
(President Dieter F. Uchtdorf, "Two Principles for Any Economy", October 2009 General Conference)

"Brethren, you have a duty to learn as much as you can. Please encourage your families, your quorum members, everyone to learn and become better educated. If formal education is not available, do not allow that to prevent you from acquiring all the knowledge you can. Under such circumstances, the best books, in a sense, can become your 'university'—a classroom that is always open and admits all who apply."
(President Dieter F. Uchtdorf, "Two Principles for Any Economy", October 2009 General Conference)

"We live in turbulent times. Often the future is unknown; therefore, it behooves us to prepare for uncertainties. Statistics reveal that at some time, because of the illness or death of your husband or because of economic necessity, you may find yourself in the role of financial provider. I urge you to pursue your education and learn marketable skills so that, should an emergency arise, you are prepared to provide.

Your talents will expand as you study and learn. You will be able to better assist your children in their learning, and you will have peace of mind in knowing that you have prepared yourself for the eventualities that you may encounter in life"

(President Thomas S. Monson, "Be Thou an Example", General Relief Society Meeting 2001)

"If we make an effort to obtain the best education available to us, we are in a better position to be self-sufficient and not to become a burden on the society in which we live."
(Elder L. Tom Perry, "Youth of the Noble Birthright", October 1998 General Conference)

"Work for an education. Get all the training that you can. The world will largely pay you what it thinks you are worth."
(President Gordon B. Hinckley, "Living Worthy of the Girl You Will Someday Marry", April 1998 General Conference)

"Education is the key to economic opportunity. The Lord has laid a mandate upon us as a people to acquire learning 'by study, and also by faith' (D&C 109:14). It is likely that you will be a better provider if your mind and hands are trained to do something worthwhile in the society of which you will become a part."
 (President Gordon B. Hinckley, "Living Worthy of the Girl You Will Someday Marry", April 1998 General Conference)

"...gain an adequate education. Learn a trade or a profession to enable you to obtain steady employment that will provide remuneration sufficient to care for yourself and your family. The rapidly changing world breeds obsolescence and requires us to be continually engaged in preparing ourselves for the future. We can become antiquated in our professions if we do not stay up-to-date. Imagine how many patients a dentist would have if he continued to use the same tools and techniques he used a decade ago. What about a businessman that tried to compete without the use of computers? Or a builder who had not stayed abreast of the latest materials and methods available? Education has, of necessity, become a lifelong pursuit. We must, in our scheduling of time, allot sufficient time to educate ourselves for now and for the future."
(Elder L. Tom Perry, "If Ye Are Prepared Ye Shall Not Fear", October 1995 General Conference)

"Our purpose [in Church schools] is to produce students who have that rare and precious combination of a superb secular education, complemented by faith in the Lord, a knowledge of the doctrines He has revealed, and a testimony that they are true."
(President Boyd K. Packer, "To Be Learned is Good if...",October 1992 General Conference)

"We encourage our youth in every country to get an education. Even if at times it seems hopeless. With determination and faith in the Lord, you will be blessed with success. It is a dream well worth pursuing."
 (President Boyd K. Packer, "To Be Learned is Good if...",October 1992 General Conference)

"Leaders of this Church have repeatedly emphasized the importance of education. It is a vital component of wisdom. Not long after the pioneers began construction of their temple in Illinois, they established the University of the City of Nauvoo. The First Presidency proclaimed that this university 'will enable us to teach our children wisdom, to instruct them in all the knowledge and learning, in the arts, sciences, and learned professions.'"
(Elder Russell M. Nelson, "Where is Wisdom?", October 1992 General Conference)

Position Statement

Education is important hence the reason I am in the Pathway program. I have taken a number years of higher education and as I apply that education I know that I am in need of more so that I can improve myself. Education is very needful during our mortal probation but it is also important after this life and is the only thing that we can take with us from this world and has eternal value to all. I am grateful that I have the ability to learn and make what I learn a part of me.