End of a Journey

Three Deep Learning Experiences:

My first deep learning experience occurred when I finally uncovered the biases I had towards a particular group. This was incredibly difficult at the time. I struggled to understand how I could possess such biases and still be a teacher each day. It is through this program I was able to uncover my bias and worth through my bias with the support of my colleagues in this program and colleagues at my school.

The next deep learning was in regard to the support system I had. Early on in the Master’s program we were asked to share those that were a part of our support system. I did not recognize why this was so important to the degree I was working towards, however now I recognize that the support system we have and those that surround us are the very ones that help us grow and develop just like our children. It is each of these members that play a role in the overall development of a child including me as a child enters my classroom each day.

The final deep learning I had was in regard to the power we have to change the injustices that exist towards children and families. Each person that has stood for children and worked towards change had to start somewhere just like us. This helped me realize that any of us can be advocates or positive change in our children.

One of my long term goals is to work towards improving the quality of teaching I provide my children with each day, and to help improve the quality of teaching that exists around my school as a whole. I hope to bring forth new strategies and information that will spark the passion of those in my school who have lost sight of their passion, and help support new teachers in building positive high quality classrooms. As a person who recently began my career as a teacher, I am in tune with some of the challenges and set backs that may occur and my goal is to be a mentor as we gain many new teachers in the coming year.