"You really can change the world if you care enough."
- Marian Wright Edelman
"Students not only need to know how to use a skill but also when to use it. They need to learn to recognize for themselves the context in which the skill might be useful and the purposes it can most appropriately serve."
- Sylvia Chard
"What a unique opportunity we have working with children. We as professionals in the Early Childhood Field have an opportunity to shape a child's life for the better"
- Sandy Escobido, Deputy Field Director, Los Angelas Preschool Advocacy
"I truly believe I am not here to save the world, I am here to make a difference in the community I am working."
- Raymond Hernandez, Executive Director, MS Ed of So. California
I love that quote. I think every teacher in the world should have this quote.
ReplyDeleteI like this quote by Ms. Edelman, Teachers have the ability to make change in this world by teaching and being a good role model to their students.
ReplyDeleteErika, All important words to live by. You have expressed some great quotes. Thank you for that !!
ReplyDeleteI too love the quote by Raymond Hermandez...when I feel like I've hit a wall, I remember that quote and take it one step at a time.
ReplyDeleteTammy, it is so true. Sometimes I have to bring myself back to Earth and remember I can't save all children, but I can make a difference in the lives of the children I come in contact with regardless of the length of time I spend with them. A friendly hello, a smile, or a hug can radiate warmth in a child's life.
ReplyDeleteI really admire the quote by Raymond Hermandez. I am not here to save the world but I truly want to make a difference in the lives of the children I teach and help the community to become a better place.
ReplyDeleteI like all of your quotes especially the one by Hermandez. We are here as teachers to make the difference in the life of the children and families we serve. The first quote also says it all we can make a difference in anything we do in our world only if care enough. For example, working in the field of early childhood we have to care about our students and their families in order to make the difference.
ReplyDelete"What a unique opportunity we have working with children. We as professionals in the Early Childhood Field have an opportunity to shape a child's life for the better"
ReplyDelete- Sandy Escobido, Deputy Field Director, Los Angelas Preschool Advocacy
this was my quote of choice that I enjoyed reading the most. I whole heartily agree with it because each and everyday I am in a classroom standing before children I count it an honor and privilege... The parents and guardians are sending off there most precious cargo in the morning just hoping they return with a new experience, word,or task complete that wasn't established before they got there.
Erika-
ReplyDeleteI want to thank you for your support, motivation, and encouragement throughout this course. You are a great model, and I have appriciated all your help on the Q&A board. You are very punctual in your work, and have a great way of articulating what you want to say. I continue to enjoy reading your discussion posts as well. Good luck and see you in our next course!
Erika, thank you so much for your heart felt support and encouraging comments. I hope that we will meet again in future classes. Erika, again I truly thank you.
ReplyDeleteI would like to thank you for your support and your professional comments that were made on my page. Your postings has helped me deal with real life situations and encouraged me to strive to do my best. I wish the best for you as you continue to further your education.
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