Reflecting on Learning

“Every great dream begins with a dreamer. Always remember, you have within you the strength, the patience, and the passion to reach for the stars to change the world.” –Harriet Tubman

I can’t believe another 8 weeks have flown by! First, thank you to all of my colleagues who have helped support me and my learning throughout this course. You have offered me insights, feedback, and have shared your ideas, experiences, and knowledge; you have helped make this experience enriching and worthwhile! It has been wonderful getting to know so many amazing people who are also on this journey and have a passion to work with children and families, to make a difference. I am looking forward to taking the last course (wow!) with you; I can’t believe the end is so near!!

Throughout this program, we have done a lot of self-reflecting and goal setting. I have grown, both personally and professionally, and although my goals have changed a little from the beginning, I realize that there is one thing in common: helping children reach their full developmental potential. This week, I have been thinking about my most passionate hope for my future as an early childhood professional and for the children and families I work with. So, after much thought, I have realized that my most passionate hope is to create an accepting, welcoming environment that will help all children reach their full developmental potential regardless of their background and/or identities.

All of things that we have been learning about and discussing throughout this program are tools that can help me achieve this goal; becoming a more competent communicator and discussing differences and diversity, building partnerships with families, and embracing anti-bias education are all ways that I can reach my goal. Thank you again for helping me on this journey! I have enjoyed learning and growing with you; best of luck to you all!