[Mary]

Encourage students to take part in building an initial schedule, while maintaining consistent roadblocks such as lunch, outdoor time, etc. Keep this schedule on the wall as a visual reminder, with visual aids.

[Mary]

A good early learning environment should include activities and spaces that are varied in for children with different interests and capacities. Children may need different accommodations depending on their needs in the classroom.

[Mary]

It’s important to have materials prepared, including all documentation and local resources for the family. Emotionally prepare to meet the parents where they’re at, as receiving this news can be difficult, and prepare for an array of responses. Practice with your co-teacher if possible.

[Mary]

I believe adequate documentation of a child’s development is crucial for determining their individualized education plan moving forward. Keeping a running record for children is extremely important, especially for parents who may need references for specialists.

[Mary]

Screen time is a divisive issue within education and raising children. Different rules within schools outside of the home can be aggravating to children. As adults, we must demonstrate restrictive screen time ourselves, which can be difficult for us! Evidence is clear that excessive screen time is harmful for children’s development, but in a world that is immersed in technology, we must find balance in introducing children to healthy relationships with technology and screens.

[Mary]

Games and circle time are good opportunities for serve and return. There is consistent communication, eye contact, and question/response.

[Mary]

Meet Mrs Hopkins where she is at emotionally, and with compassion explain the seriousness of consistently being 20 minutes late due to school policy.

[Mary]

1. A multicultural education curriculum should be in place in every school. (agree)
2. Families should not be expected to be involved in classroom activities. (disagree)
3. All learning programs should accommodate all children with special needs. (agree)
4. Some extended family members may confuse children, so they should not have a voice in raising or educating the child. (slightly disagree)
5. My curriculum should be based on each individual child’s current interests. (slightly agree)
6. Diversity definitely includes race and culture, but doesn’t include age, ability or family make-up. (disagree)
7. Media in general delivers fair and accurate accounts of events around the country. (slightly disagree)
8. The United States should discontinue relations with countries that engage in human rights violations. (slightly agree)

POINT OF VIEW: my religious background, where I was raised, personal experience under my cultural surroundings, and relationships can affect my point of view.

I absolutely think people can change their views! As for myself, I was much more close-minded and essentialist before living in Paris, NYC, and California through my early 20s. Exposing oneself to new people and living circumstances can expand one’s sense of beauty, potential relationships, and connection in the world.