I hope that with all the children and families that I work with, that no one feels left out or belittled by the actions that I take. I always try my best to stay on top of information and work that is needed on a daily basis within the classroom. Many of my students are in before and after school care, it is my hope that with the extra attention to newsletters, handouts, notes and projects that even if I do not see parents, that they feel welcomed within the room. I know that my parents are working hard to support for their families, and I want them to know that I am working hard with their children as well.
The one goal that I have is to set up and maintain a Who Am I wall. I want families and children to be able to explore their cultural heritage and be confident in stating who they are and where they come from. Many of my students are unaware of the differences around them. They know the similarities when they talk about parents in jail, or electricity being turned off. I do not want them to know that this is the only similarity they share with people. I want the students within my class to leave with a love and understanding of who they are.
I have loved sharing this course with all of my classmates. It has been an adventure of learning, and I am sad to see this class go. Thank you all for your kind words of support and wisdom! I look forward to continuing the journey with you all, and to conquer this program!
Hi Jessica,
ReplyDeleteYour goal of incorporating a Who I am wall is a great idea. I hope that you meet your goal. I have truly enjoyed reading your blog post during the past eight weeks. Good luck in your classroom and in all of your endeavors.
Jessica, I love your idea of the Who I am Wall! It is a great way to show similarities, differences, and allows for children to feel pride! I will def. try to incorporate that idea in to my infant room! These past eight weeks i have really enjoyed reading your posts and discussions! I wish you the best and hope to see and work with you again in future classes.
ReplyDeleteJessica- the idea of the wall is wonderful. I so enjoy all the sharing everyone does both on the blogs and on the Discussion Boards, I get so many wonderful ideas for my own classroom. Thanks for sharing again!
ReplyDeleteJessica,
ReplyDeleteLady you are truly an inspiration and I have enjoyed reading your blog entries and discussion post every week. The "Who I Am" wall is an awesome idea, so awesome I'm going to have to incorporate this in mt Pre-K classroom. I really agree with you that children should leave the classroom with an understanding of who they are. As I was reading your post I had a lol moment when you said some children similarities are parents in jail. During dramatic play you be amazed at what children share when they are in that kitchen center. It always amazed me how the children talked about things at home so naturally not knowing that they are really embarrassing their parents. My thought on it is that parents needs to be mindful of talking in front of their children. I will truly miss your post and your blog entries. Thank you for letting your light shine!!! Much success in your next classes!!!!