Professional Hopes and Goals
This has been an amazing course and a great time for reflection! I hope that I have been empowered with a deeper knowledge of diversity, equity, and social justice. My awareness and knowledge have expanded from a surface way of thinking to a much deeper thought process. With this information and newly acquired ideals, I believe that I will be a much better advocate for my children and their families. I believe my collaborations with parents will increase. I feel more prepared to work with children of varying backgrounds.
My goal would be to create a more diverse atmosphere in my classroom. I hope to include additional books, decor, celebrations, and lessons dedicated to diversity, equity, and social justice. In addition, I will work with my co-workers to discuss these issues and prepare activities together.
I am so grateful and blessed to my fellow Walden students and Dr. Snider. I have been so impressed with the insights, thoughtfulness, love, and dedication to students and their families. Our discussions and assignments have helped me realize we are all in this together. So many wonderful stories, hopes, concerns, and resources have been shared. I have gained new knowledge and admiration for the field of early childhood education. In addition, I have formed bonds with an extraordinary group of educators. Many thanks and blessings to everyone! Cindy Rube
Cindy,
ReplyDeleteIt is indeed a worthy goal to create an environment that reflects diversity in materials and activities. It is so important for a child’s self-image to see themselves represented in the classroom. I have enjoyed your thoughts and insights and thank you for sharing. God bless you as you continue in your studies.
Sincerely,
Druesilla
Cindy- It sounds like you have learned alot from this course, as have I. May you go away a better person and also a more informed educator, as far as diversity, equity and social justice.
ReplyDeleteGood luck with your future classes and beyond.
Donna
Cindy,
ReplyDeleteI have thoroughly enjoyed collaborating with you throughout this course! You have offered me extended insight and knowledge on the topics of diversity, equity, and social justice! Your goal of creating a more diverse atmosphere is great! You will do a wonderful job at applying this to your classroom now, and in the future! Best of luck in your continued studies. I look forward to crossing academic paths with you again!
Shawna
Cindy,
ReplyDeleteI share your great appreciation for the knowledge we have acquired through this course. I would like to thank you for sharing your insightful stories with us. I hope our paths will cross again.
Reem
Cindy, It has been a great pleasure reading your post and interacting with you during this course. I hope the best for you in your future.
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