"Free the child's potential, and you will transform him into the world."- Maria Montessori
"If you're going to equalize the academic playing field, you've got to get the kids in early childhood programs."
- Paul Vallas quotes
"The purpose of education is to replace an empty mind with an open one."- Malcolm Forbes
"Experts tell us that 90% of all brain development occurs by the age of five. If we don't begin thinking about education in the early years, our children are at risk of falling behind by the time they start Kindergarten."- Robert. L. Ehrlich
"Children are like wet cement. Whatever falls on them makes an impression.- Dr. Hiam Ginnot
"A teacher affects eternity; he can never tell where his influence stops.
- Henry Adams
"Every child comes with the message that God is not yet discouraged of man."
- Rabindranath Tagore
"A teacher is a compass that activates the magnets of curiosity, knowledge, and wisdom in the pupils."
- Ever Garrison
Thank you so much for the great discussions and thoughts throughout this class. I think the quotes above say it all about how important teachers are to early childhood education. Be caring, inspirational, loving, etc. and always remember that we make impressions on our students, make sure that you are making a good impression!
Thank you for contributing to an enriching eight weeks, your quote about equalizing the playing field speaks to my heart and my life experiences. Thank you for going the extra mile during this class to ensure discussions were thought provoking and meaningful. I wish you well through the rest of your program studies. "Eyes that look are common; eye that see are rare." ~J. Oswald Sanders
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I think all the quotes you shared are very significant but this one in particular has always touched my heart. Although short, it expresses the truth in very simple words. Educators will never be able to grasp the magnitude of their teachings. We may very well be changing generations to come just by teaching and motivating one child. Thank you for sharing, it has been a joy to interact with you in this class!
-Dina.
Hi! My favorite quoute of your list is the following:
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I agree with Dr. Ginnot when he says, "Whatever falls on them makes an impression." Indeed! It is our duty as educators to make sure that we are being a positive example for our children especially when we are on the outside of our school's doors. When I decided to make working in education my profession, I thought way beyond myself and a paycheck, I thought of all those children in the world that need a positive role model in their life that will help them through their hurdles and obstacles while traveling this educational journey.
It has been nice working with you throughout this course and hopefully we will network again before our commencement year. Have a great year!!
*Destiny*
Sara, I would just like to take the time to tell you thank you for the insights I have gained from you discussion post and blogs. I have truly enjoyed getting to know who you are as an educator. Alot of what you say and represent through this class has helped me affirm and relight the fire of being a teacher. Thank you
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