Three Deeply Felt Learnings
Through
my research, readings and experiences in the Capstone course, I have learned:
1-“The happiness of any
society begins with the well-being of the families that live in it” (Laureate,
2011). This quote from Kofi Annan articulates the importance of the family
unit, whatever its structure, in any society, regardless of culture.
2- . “Our accomplishments are
a reflection of what our relationships have allowed us to achieve” (Zero to
Three, 2011). We are only as good as our interpersonal relationships with our
team. No one is an island and no one can conquer the world (or safely run a
Preschool classroom) alone.
3- According to Derman-Sparks
and Olsen Edwards (2010), “although a family’s economic resources do not
determine how much they love their child nor how skilled they are at parenting,
a lack of resources can make the fundamental necessities for their children’s
healthy growth and development-safe housing, nutritious food, and regular
healthcare-very difficult or impossible to get” (p 101). It’s not what you
have, but who you are that counts. Families with fewer resources are just as
valuable and worthy as those with plentiful resources. It is important to view
a family according to their strengths and respectfully, and compassionately helping
them to obtain the tools to tackle their challenges.
One Long Term Goal
My long term goal as an early childhood professional is
to continuously cultivate a positive attitude, patience, kindness and
compassion. I would like to positively influence everyone with whom I interact.
Farewell Message
Farewell to Dr. Teri and my dear colleagues. I wish
all of you the best in the future in both your personal and professional lives.
Thank you for all of your encouragement, feedback, ideas, and opinions.
Namaste!
Derman-Sparks, L., Olsen Edwards, J. (2010). Anti-Bias
Education for Young Children and Ourselves. Washington, DC: NAEYC
Laureate Education.
(producer)(2011). Merging
Passion, Vision and Practice. [multi-media presentation]. retrieved
from http://mym.cdn.laureate-media.com/2dett4d/Walden/EDUC/6990/01/mm/ec_pres/index.html
Zero to Three. (2011). What is
reflective leadership? Retrieved from http://www.zerotothree.org/about-us/areas-of-expertise/reflective-practice-program-development/what-is-reflective.html
I wish you the very, very best and you continue on your pathway making a different in the lives of children.
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ReplyDeleteI think your quote from Derman-Sparks really nails it for me as I exit this program. My true passion lies in helping all children get the best care and education possible regardless of geographic location, socioeconomic status, ethnicity, etc. I know that you will go on to make a huge difference in the lives of young children and their families. I wish you the best of luck in all of your future endeavors.
-Amanda Martin
You have most definitely positively influenced me. I thank you for your encouragement along the way. I too realized the significance of the family unit through my Walden experience. It is one I took for granted before! I wish you the very best of luck towards accomplishing your goals in the future! The early childhood field is lucky to have you!
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Careyann:
ReplyDeleteYour long term goal is beautiful. I know you have positively influenced me through our work together. Good luck in everything you wish for your personal and professional life.
Thank you for being a part of my journey,
LouAnn Rhodes
Cay- don't know if this will get to you- but been trying to find you for a long time. Jen from Camp Jened, at jenthegiant@gmail.com
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