I am still in disbelief that our Capstone has finally come to an end! All of us accomplished something incredible and I only hope to work with many of you in the future! This program was no easy feat and without the guidance and support from my colleagues and professors, I would not be where I am today. This program has taught me so much on how to run a proper early childhood business, how to work with many organizations and know the many organizations that are out there to help the ECE field, and how to be an effective leader. These courses opened up my eyes to the many paths I can choose from and knowing the education I gained from our texts, learning resources, professors and my colleagues, I believe my options are endless.
My one long-term goal is to ensure that I continue on with my education, to never stop learning, and to also encourage others to continue on with their education. As an educator we are never done learning, the number of experiences and knowledge we can gain from one another will only raise our effective methods and strategies to become successful in our field.
When I began this program, I was unsure of what road I would head down. Preschool teacher was always as an option but as I continued in these courses I realized I wanted to help the less fortunate. While I know I can do this in a classroom, I believe my voice should be heard if others aren’t, and I can spread awareness and work with families to help in any ways possible. My ideas stemmed from our classes, my professors, and my colleagues. Ther are not enough thanks in the world I can give to you, without my online family I would not have made it this far and found my path in life. Thank you, everyone, for your support and your dedication to these courses, without your insights and perspectives, I would have struggled to see the other side to many topics. Good luck to each and every one of you in the future!
Nicole:
ReplyDeleteFirst, congratulations! How did you manage to complete this course with a newborn?
Your long-term goal - to never stop learning - is like a rule for me. How can we inspire children and others to learn if we stop doing so?
Wish you the best on your new journeys, as a mom, and as an educator.
Lourdes
Oh my goodness that is one adorable baby. Like you, my goal is to continue on with my education for as long as I can. One thing about our profession is that we must be lifelong learners. Best of luck with your career and life.
ReplyDeleteCongratulations Nicole on the birth of your son!
ReplyDeleteIt is so true that our Walden community encourages and taught us how to be a lifelong learners and be an agent of positive social change.
I've been with Walden for more than five years, I attained another undergrad and can't believe that I am also finishing up my Masters with you and other classmates of ours! It feels so good to be done, right? Now, to apply the theories and principles that we gained. All the best!
Let's connect, please find me at Facebook-Sharon Tapaoan Reichardt.
Nicole,
ReplyDeleteFirst, congratulations. Your son is handsome. Walden has certainly taught us a lot. Throughout this program I have enjoyed being able to interact with you and others. Sharing what I know and gaining new information from you as well. Thanks and good luck in the future!
-Brittna W.