Final Farewell

Three Learning Topics

During this journey at Walden, I have learned many things.  I now have a better understanding of diversity and differences.  This new knowledge will allow me help families and to be an advocate for children.  The confidence I have acquired in myself through this journey has been remarkable and I know it will benefit members in my community.

Secondly, as I mentioned above I feel my knowledge will help me be an advocate.  Throughout this program, we have learned various ways to be an advocate.  I am a very quiet person, who does not like to give speeches in front of large groups, but I know now that I can make a difference by finding something that is not completely in the public eye. 

Lastly, working on the final project has helped me in understanding ways make a stand on challenges that are facing many families.  The research has taught me the importance of team building to incorporate individuals that can help with my cause and make changes to benefit others. Developing a community of practice helped me find strengths in individuals and to use those to serve our cause.  Working on the final project also allowed me to reflect on the type of leader I want to be and will now allow me to make the necessary changes to become that leader.

 

Long Term Goal

My long term goal is to put my Master’s Degree in Early Childhood to use.  I plan on opening my own childcare/preschool program. It is not clear yet on where this childcare will be located.  I recently wed and my husband lives in Calgary, Alberta Canada.  He is very supportive of my plans and will help me acquire the center wherever we decide to locate.  Regardless of the location, it is my intent, to provide quality education to all, and to provide assistance to families that struggle to afford childcare and preschool. 

 

Final Farewell

I can’t believe that our time together has come to an end.  It has been an honor and privilege to work and learn from each and every one of you.  It has also been a wonderful experience to have great instructors throughout the entire program.  From the many posts from discussions to blogs, I am confident that each of you will go on to do great things that will have great impacts on early childhood education.  I wish all of you the best of luck with your goals and dreams.  I hope that our paths will cross again in another journey.