Tuesday, 19 August 2014

Time Well Spent

                                                  
It seems as if it was had been yesterday when I started my journey here at Walden University. I brought with me the things that I knew. However, in being presented with the many resources and interacting with my colleagues and lecturers, I found that there was a lot more knowledge in store ready to be unleashed. There are so many things that I have gained as an educator, mentor, facilitator, and mother. Some of which includes:
(a) Early experiences are key elements to children's adulthood.
(b) We belong to a diverse world wherein different perspectives are unleashed into the society.
( C ) High quality early childhood programs have the same policies, approaches but not all are followed due to socio economic stabilities.
(d) Families, stakeholders, educators should be on one accord so as to sustain children's future. This can be done by being advocate of change.
(e) Being knowledgeable about the power of community of practice for both my personal and professional development as well as the holistic development for the nation's children.
My long term goals include:
-Upholding a positive, supportive relationship with children and families as this is important during the earliest years of life.
  • Educating children, families, staff members, and other stakeholders about the importance of effective leadership.
    In delving further, I want to extend sincere thanks and appreciation to all of my lecturers, colleagues, families and friends who assisted me throughout my years of this masters program. Indeed, your feed backs were very beneficiary towards my growth and development as a strong and passionate educator. Today, my knowledge has been extended and I am feeling elated to unleash all that I have gained. Once again a big thank you.
    Image that reflect my experience and learning in this program is the faces of our children.
My favourite quote is, “ Never underestimate the power of a strong black woman because I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.” Beyond the sky is my limit.
I can be contacted via howe_lati@hotmail.com . Keep in touch with me my colleagues.

1 comment:

  1. Hi Latoya,
    Thank you for sharing some of the insights you have gained from this program and your long-term goals. I like how you articulated the most important lessons that you learned...I only wish I could explain things that succinctly :) I wish you luck in your future endeavors and hope that you are able to achieve all of the personal and professional goals that you have set for yourself.
    Congrats!
    Sharon

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