Professional Documents
Culture Documents
References:
Laureate Education, Inc.,(2011). Merging vision, passion, and practice. Retrieved from
Walden library resources.
To Dr. Embree
Farewell to my Master’s of Education colleagues (2019): Much love and have a
prosperous new adventure on your early childhood journey!
A word cloud that illustrates my experiences/learning in the Master’s of Early Childhood
Education.
Favorite Quotes:
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I know that by now, everyone should have heard about the oldest breakfast cereal in
the world. Well if you haven’t then, let me introduce you to the owner and producer of
Kellogg’s Cornflakes; Will Keith Kellogg. You probably wondering what he has to do with
early childhood education? W.K. Kellogg founded the W.K. Foundation Family
Engagement Grantee Cohort in 1930, here in the United States. The Foundation’s
mission is to empower parents as leaders and key decision-makers in education. As cited,
the foundation consists of 30 exceptional organizations from 18 states and the District of
Columbia that develop and implement modified family engagement models in early
childhood education. The W.K. Kellogg Foundation Family Engagement Grantee Cohort
visualizes their commitment to create a variety of resources, creativity, and insights that
are useful to improve conditions for vulnerable children and their families to success in
education, work, and life. The diverse and reflective groups of grantee organizations
work toward the effectiveness of racial and ethnic demographics of children, families,
and communities they serve. A Program Officer of Health Equity and Maternal &
Child Health is a current employment position I would like to venture into. This person
is required to serve under the direction of the director or vice president to ensure
is required to serve under the direction of the director or vice president to ensure
integration of the program strategy. The chosen candidate’s duties include identifying
and nurturing opportunities for affecting positive systemic change within communities,
and executing programming efforts that are aligned with organizational direction. This
position requirements and experiences include a Master’s degree related to the assigned
areas like program designs and development, networking, community change,
experiences in racial equity, community engagement, and leadership development as
well as other additional experiences and skills aimed at building and maintaining
strong, authentic relationships, effective communication, public health
networking/partnerships with local, regional, and national contacts. I think by viewing
and learning more about this foundation and job position has given me some important
ideas on leadership/mentor roles for which I am seeking for this project (W. K. Kellogg,
2014).
The Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) works on
education that helps individuals and nations to identify and develop the knowledge and
skills that propel better jobs and better lives, generating prosperity, and promoting
social inclusion. Within this organization is a program called the International
Assessment of Adult Competencies (PIAAC) which assesses and analysis adult’s skills like
literacy, numeracy, and problem-solving; gathering information and data on how these
adults use their skills at home, work and in their community. According to Schieicher
(2016), because “social cultural has a major impact on people’s literacy skills in
Singapore, Chile, Germany, Indonesia, and the United States, the evidence from the
Survey help countries better understand how education and training systems can
nurture these skills. As children of parents with lower levels of education have lower
proficiency than those whose parents have higher levels of education, even after taking
other factors into account. One reason for policymakers’ usage of the survey data is to
identify at-risk populations.” The assessment focuses on cognitive abilities,
interaction/social skills, and physical/learning skills. I believe this organization will be a
helpful community of practice for improving parents’ skills and knowledge in my project
therefore, it will enable them to better participate and engage in their children’s
education as well as becoming a part of a community of social inclusion. The
organization sponsors summer and winter internships; young professional and associate
positions for undergraduates who would like to explore the world and gather with
others to help built a better world of world of work for all.
National Association for Family, School, and Community Engagement (NAFSCE) mission is
National Association for Family, School, and Community Engagement (NAFSCE) mission is
to advance high-impact policies and practices for families, schools and communities
engagement that promotes children’s development and improve their achievements.
The organization also partner with W. K. Kellogg and federal, state, and district policy
makers to provide the necessary needs for every children’s successful early education.
Although, there is no job opportunities in this organization, you can become an
individual member or an organizational member. The memberships allow you to
participate in professional learning programs that help improve skills and knowledge of
family engagement through collaborative study, skillful negotiation, and professional
communication. These individual’s opportunities are provided to administrators,
teachers, parent liaisons, researchers, and other professionals of early childhood
education to use resources; to frequently question, reevaluate, refine, and improve
family engagement strategies and knowledge. The organizational membership is for
school superintendents, districts and state education leaders, and out-of-school program
administrators. I will be a good candidate for this organization because I can meet
regularly with other members through online discussions and blogs to gather necessary
feedback and information, share my vision and experiences, then gain knowledge about
my challenge in this project. By collaborating with various members, I will obtain the
professional knowledge to improve my skills which will inspire parents to become more
engaged in offering educational support to their children (NAFSCE.org).
References:
References:
Schieicher, A. (2016). Why skills matter further results from the Survey of Adult Skills
[Video file]. EduSkills OECD in Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development
(OECD). (n.d.). Retrieved from http://www.oecd.org/home/0,2987,
en_2649_201185_1_1_1_1_1,00.html/Walden edu library.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is one of the world’s
recognizable national/federal health agency that create strategies for parent
engagement in school health to give schools a framework for engaging parents in school
activities” (CDC, 2019). I have numerous of associates and childhood classmates who
activities” (CDC, 2019). I have numerous of associates and childhood classmates who
work for the CDC-based in Atlanta, GA. If I move there by the time I have retired and
seeking a laid-back job, I want to become a mission supporter (supporting CDC frontline
positions by negotiating and procuring contracts or typing memos for CDC directors).
According to their job requirements, “you do not need to have experience in medicine or
science to work at CDC and positions are available for a variety of non-medical,
technical, and/or administrative professionals” (CDC).
Children’s Aid Society fosters parenting and family stabilization; ensuring that
children are safe and thriving. The organization have created a parent and caregiver
engagement program. In this organization, I would like to be a Community School
Director working with principals and other school leader to ensure that barriers to
learning are eliminated and/or significantly reduced. The director designs, implements,
and supervises program to support holistic development of all students through
programs like family support, parent engagement, and well-health.
References:
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). (2019). Retrieved from
https://www.cdc.gov.
Mississippi Department of Education “ensures a bright future for every child. The State
organization of members seeks to create a world-class educational system that gives
students the knowledge and skills to be successful in all aspects of life and to flourish as
productive citizens and parents. To make this vision a reality, all students including
children with various disabilities must be given multiple pathways to success. Therefore,
teachers and administrators must continue to meet the challenges of this ever-changing
landscape of public education” (Mississippi Dept of Education, 2019). Since, my passion is
advocating for future inclusion on behalf of children with various disabilities, a current
job opportunity of interest in this communities of practice is Staff Officer III for the Office
of Special Education. “The Staff Officer III is responsible for organizing, process, and
ensuring compliance of grants and contracts in the Office of Special Education. Special
skills and experiences required for candidates are; being punctual, dependable, and a
positive team player who can effectively communicate in writing and verbally as well as
interpret and present data to a variety of audiences, manage priorities, maintain detail,
and meet deadlines in assisting with the goals and objectives of the Office of Special
Education Strategic Plan” (MS. Dept of Education, 2019).
Association of University Centers on Disabilities (AUCD): “Mississippi Chapter’s mission is
to improve policies and practices on culture/diversity that is inclusive of race, ethnicity,
age, disability, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, and socio-economic status of
all people with developmental and other disabilities; their families, and communities by
supporting members in education, research, health and service activities. While
celebrating leadership to Civil Rights in this communities of practice networks, I would
like to take on the role of Director, Disability Cultural Center (DCC). The Director’s
responsibilities for this opportunity include promoting an inclusive environment that
facilitates the advancement and development of students, staff, faculty, and other who
are affected with varying disabilities through advocacy, policy development, and
institutional intervention to support diversity. To attain this position, a person must
master effective leadership and project management skills, exceptional verbal and
written communication skills,and the ability to engage with the diverse student body in
programs and implementation. Also, the chosen candidate must have knowledge and
experience of issues related to disability from a cultural and social justice perspective. A
Master’s degree in Disability Studies, Education, and/ or related field is required for all
applicants” (AUCD, 2019).
References:
Inclusive Schools Network (2018). ISN: Disability Equality in Education. Retrieved from
https://inclusiveschools.org/isn-partner-disability-equality-in-education/.
Anti-bias work is a lot of DEDICATION. What is it that gives me the strength to continue
when I am tuckered out? Sometimes, an INSPIRATIONAL proposal help me to refresh
myself and be saturated with strength to redeem my life’s purpose. The genesis of all
PERSEVERANCE is the idea that my WORKS are authentic. MOTIVATION is knowing that
what I do matters deeply to children and families around the world. When I experience
feelings that my works are APPRECIABLE, I become overflowing with strength and
ambitious to fulfill my life’s purpose; supporting and nurturing every child, families, and
Early Childhood Education’s advocates whom I encounter along this PREDETERMINED
journey. I will continue to STAND- UP for all personal and professional rights; serving,
embracing diversity with social fairness and justice as well as validating them as they
are.
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One of my life goal is to visit and explore the smallest continent and one of the largest
countries on the Earth. Australia is located in the Southern Hemisphere surrounded by
two large bodies of water; the Indian Ocean and Pacific Ocean, and four beautiful seas. I
have always wanted to explore the Australia’s red sandy Outback and the Bush country.
I want to see its amazing array of prehistoric-like animals which include the Red
Kangaroos, Duck-billed Platypuses, Koalas, Dingoes, Tasmania Devils, and other exotic
mammals of the country. I would also like to view the colorful Great Barrier Reef,
Daintree Rainforest, (yes, a rainforest in Australia), and of course, stand on the Sydney
Harbour Bridge, away from civilization. In Australia, I want to visit the tallest eucalyptus
and rubber trees as well as hear folktales from the Aboriginal around midnight
campfires in the desert. The most intriguing aspect of the Australians is their language, I
love the way they speak and pronounce words. Good day, mate!
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Unlike Africa, the mother continent, by stereotyping, Australia is described as the oldest
continent, the “Last of Lands”, and the “Last Frontier” due to its discovery and
appearance (Britannica). To me, Australia resembles a “land that time forgot,” but little
do we know about Australia’s young people is that they struggle with emotional issues
like we do in the United States. Australia’s natural disasters; drought, sudden floods, and
uncontrollable bushfires are challenges that children in this region of the world have to
endure. The devastation of these disasters especially the drought; annually bring much
burden upon the children’s and their families’ lives. “Seventy percent of Australia’s ( a
sunburnt country: a “land of droughts and flooding rains” when they occurs) are
considered to be arid or semi-arid regions, receiving less than 500mm of rain annually.
The severity of the drought (long-term rainfall shortage for over two years have
The severity of the drought (long-term rainfall shortage for over two years have
dramatically affected the children living in the rural areas of Australia’s communities
(Atkinson, 2018).” I ask, “how would you like to live your childhood where, there is no
rain fall for months or years and the intensity of the heat has cracked the earth which is
the source of your life?”
Children and young people told UNICEF Australia that they are struggling under
significant pressures. They are not receiving the support they need to alleviate
some of the worst effects of the drought.
Some children feel like they have had to grow up up prematurely. Many described
the reality of having responsibilities beyond what is reasonable for their age.
Workloads for children on and off farms have increased substantially, leaving
little time for schoolwork and almost no time for play, sport or other recreational
activities.
Children and young people described their days as long and stressful. The longer
the drought progresses, the more diminished children and young people’s coping
reserves will become. Children spoke about not wanting to burden their families
by talking about their feelings and struggles and teachers spoke of the ongoing
stigma associated with recognizing and seeking specialized help.
While a number of measures exist to support relief for families, there are few
child and youth specific interventions (UNICEF Australia, 2011).
A personal and professional reflection that I have gained is that children need multiple
A personal and professional reflection that I have gained is that children need multiple
strong foundations in early years to become successful in beyond home and school.
Adults must work together at creating these secured environments so, children are able
to build on their unique abilities and skills in order to reach their full potentials in life.
Because children’s social/emotional development are internalized reflections of their
environments; what they externally hear and see, much of their negative behaviors are
driven by those environmental and socialized elements. Therefore, adults play
important roles in supporting and nurturing children’s healthy development. These
devastating influences; droughts, floods, and bushfires impacts on the children’s lives of
rural and remote Australia have prompt me to continue to protect and support young
children and their families near and far; becoming an active advocate for human rights;
securing safe places they can call home away from home. Chavez suggested, “we must
first reflect on ourselves, think about our own discomfort level around children with
varying abilities; in turns, questioning how you can transform environments to
accommodate various children with different disabilities (Laureate Education, 2011).
When visiting other countries and different places, you experience their differences and
see how similar they are to yourself. While reading and viewing the resource, I felt like a
part of those children’s families; feeling their pains and suffering throughout the video.
Now, although, I am a donated member of the UNICEF and American Red Cross disaster
programs, I will more than even, support and aid in contributions for helping the many
young children experiencing varying abilities which affects their developmental
learning and growth.
Moving Forward
An agenda for social-emotional development in young children requires:
References:
Atkinson, S. (2018). How drought affects children in New South Wales, Australia?
Retrieved from https://www.bbc.com/news/av/world_australia-45293115/how-drought-
affects-children-in-new-south-wales-australia.
Australia: History, Cities, Capital, Map, & Facts. Retrieved from https://www.
Britannica.com
Britannica.com
Derman-Sparks, L., & Edwards, J O. (2010). Anti-bias education for young children and
ourselves.Washington, DC: National Association for the Education of Young Children
(NAEYC).
Laureate Education, Inc. (2011). Strategies for working with diverse children: Learning
about fairness: Varying abilities. Baltimore, MD: Author.
Trustee of Columbia University, The (2010). National Center Center for Children Children
in Poverty Poverty (NCCP). Retrieved from
http://www.nccp.org/publications/pub_882.html.
Wood, F. (2008). Helping young children cope. YC: Young Children, 63(5), 28-31.
Derman-Sparks, L., & Edwards, JO. (2010). Anti-bias education for young children and
ourselves. Washington, DC: National Association for the Education of Young Children
(NAEYC).
Levin, D E., & Kilbourne, J. (2008). So sexy so soon: The new sexualized childhood and
what parents can do to protect their kids. New York: Ballantine.
Levin, D E., & Kilbourne, J. (2009). [Introduction]. So sexy so soon. The new sexualized
childhood and what parents can do to protect their kids (pp-1-8). New York: Ballantine
Books. Retrieved from https://dianeelevin.com/sosexysosoon/introduction.pdf.