Time Well Spent

Over the past eighteen months I have gained knowledge about diversity that has improved my professional development. Realtionships, old and new have benefited from the information I have learned in courses of my master’s program. Respect for others and their way of life is another lesson learned. Being tolerant of differences is not enough embracing and celebrating differences is required. The program has helped me discover my unlimited potential in working with young children. I know what I do for children, counts, it is important.

My long term goal is to continue working with other early childhood educators to improve current understanding of anti-bias education and the importance of culturally responsive interactions with children and families. One by one we can make a difference.
Thank you Dr. Dartt for your guidance in this course. I have learned to look deeper for the answers and formulate a cohesive solution to the problems that may arise.
Colleagues your questions and comments have helped make this journey a reality. Your words of encouragement have been a blessing, many heartfelt thanks to you all.
Wishing you the Best!



Comments

Unknown said…
Sandra,

You did a great job of putting into words what this program has taught us and I, too, take away the same things from this program. I have enjoyed working with you and I wish you the best in your career in education. I'm certain you will do a great job.
October 25, 2014 at 10:50 AM
Unknown said…
Hi Sandra, great job. I enjoyed being in class with you and may God bless you. I wish you best endeavors in the future. thank you for all your support

Darrell Sallam
October 25, 2014 at 1:12 PM
Anonymous said…
Sandra,
Your worlde is great I really enjoyed looking at it. Good luck in the future and congratulations on all your hard work in this program. Thank you for your helpful suggestions in blog an discussion posts! All the best.
Julie
October 25, 2014 at 5:05 PM
Unknown said…
Sandra,

You stated it so eloquently when you said that Dr. Dartt taught us to dig deeper and consider different ideas! I also learned a great deal. Best of luck with all of your hopes and dreams!

Christina
October 25, 2014 at 6:39 PM
Unknown said…
Sandra,
Indeed this program was insightful and we have certainly grown in our understanding of early childhood. I wish you all the best in the future.Achieve those goals you have set for your life!
October 25, 2014 at 6:56 PM
Unknown said…
Hi Sandra,
Thank you for reading my posts and sharing your critical ideas through the course. I hope that your dreams will come true after getting your degree. Best wishes.
October 25, 2014 at 9:03 PM
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