Learning more about professionals in the early childhood field has been motivating and inspirational. I have learned new ideas, techniques, and history. Here are some quotes that I found to capture the essence of working in the early childhood field in addition to being particularly inspiring:
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“High hopes made Head Start possible…we need to recapture the hope, to believe once more that it is possible to set the next generation of American children and families on a course toward a better life.” –Edward Zigler
(I like this quote because I believe that all educators should have "high hopes" for their students and their programs...without this motivation, nothing can be achieved!)
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“We all know how devastating poverty is, but if we help children, they can overcome poverty and move upward and onward.” – Edward Zigler
(I chose this because all children have potential to succeed. It is important as educators to recognize this and help them realize their own potential and unique abilities.)
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“…teachers need to demonstrate through their actions that collaboration is not about working with best friends or, necessarily, with like-minded people. Collaboration is about trust and respect. It's about working together to create better outcomes for all students.” –Marilyn Friend
(I liked this quote because it is a reminder that one of the main goals working in this field is about creating a positive environment and better outcomes for children, not whether or not we like who we are working with!)
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“…and it’s in early childhood education that I was really able to see what a unique opportunity we have in working with children. We as professionals in the early childhood field have an opportunity to shape a child’s life for the better, and that’s what makes me so passionate about this field.” –Sandy Escobido
(I chose this quote because it is a reminder of how powerful working with young children really is. Although it may often get overlooked, we really are impacting children's lives-this is important to keep in mind and capitalize upon.)
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“Every day, I go to work and look forward to it because I know the services that I’m providing for children, it’s to their benefit. It’s not anything that going to benefit me.” -Raymond Hernandez
(This quote is one of the favorites out of the one I chose because it rings true to my own passion-what I do in my career is not to better myself, it is to better the lives of the children I work with!)
I really never looked at collaboration quite like this before, but it isn't about liking who we work with but about providing a positive environment and better outcomes for children. So true!
ReplyDeleteI like the way Marilyn Fried described in her quote collaboration. It's a very important tool that needs to be carefully looked at. As educators we need no know how to work with not only our team work but with our parents and our children. Effort, respect, trust and hard work are the key tools that we need to consider.
ReplyDeleteI also liked the quote by Edward Zigler, in regards to believing in our children, it's crutial that we believe in their potential and transmmit that believe to them. Children's self esteem is very delicate and can be easily destroyed if we are not cautious.
Jen,
ReplyDeleteI love the quote by Raymond Hernandez, as wellI to think about how I can help the children in my care and not think about what will be the outcome for me. Sometimes, I feel I do not do enough, but I will continue to go out of my way as long as I know that a child is receiving what he or she needs to be successful.
Its great that you added a nutritional resource on your list. I had no idea that corn and peas were considered carbs and not veggies. I know it is difficult sometimes to eat as healthy as we would like yet so important for our children as well as ourselves. Thanks so much for that link, I'm going to share that one!
ReplyDeleteThe quote by Sandy Escobido about having the opportunity to shape a child's life for the better is also a favorite of mine.
ReplyDeleteYour Early Childhood quotes are very inspiring. Sandy Escobido quote is my favorite because it highlights why I love my students and my career as an educator.
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