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This is one of those moments when
feels like it took so long to get here while simultaneously I cannot believe my
course work for Grad School is complete. We have all traveled on this path towards
a Master’s degree, but like the students we teach every day we come from many
different backgrounds. Many of you I was fortunate to have in several classes,
others I was privileged to meet in this class.
Developing
an understanding of deep culture and creating an anti-bias classroom is one of
my deeply felt learnings from this program. Our class on diversity and equity
provided me with greater insight and resources to accomplish this in my work,
in the early childhood field. The diversity of our classrooms and our
willingness to share contributed greatly. I learned from all of you each week,
and I thank you!
A second
learning I got from this course is that time must be spent building the adults
that will care for the children. Those adults, teachers, administrators,
support staff and parents must work as a team for the success of the children
in their care. We in the field must advocate for proper training, meeting and
planning time.
The
third learning I received is our role in the EC Field is as big as we can dream
it to be. DREAM BIG my fellow classmates. I have been amazed at your insight, thoughtfulness
and passion. Let’s go out there and create change.
My long
term goal is to work as a consultant in the field so that I can bring my
knowledge of best practices to a larger community.
Thank you to all my
fellow students and Walden Instructors that helped me to develop the skills I will
need to move forward in my EC career!
I hope we will remain in touch and
continue to be part of each other’s community of practice.
REMEMBER TO PLAY EVERY DAY!.
Feel free to keep in
touch mfortier86@gmail.com
