A Note of Thanks and Support

Some of my family @ work gathering.




My oldest son @ bike race in Lansing. (June) (In the green jersey)




Family dinner when daughter came home in July for Family Reunion.

I need to say "Thank you" to my family for their continued support on this wonderful journey called life. I understand that I was to pick two colleagues to say "Thank you" I feel that I need to say "Thank you" to all of you. I enjoyed our discussions and blogs. It was great to receive support and encouragement. I do hope that we all continue on this wonderful adventure and hope to work with you again.

Examining Codes of Ethics

It was difficult to pick three items that are significant to me. From NAEYC

1.Childhood is a unique and valuable stage in the
human life cycle. Our paramount responsibility is to
provide care and education in settings that are safe,healthy, nurturing, and responsive for each child. We are committed to supporting children’s development
and learning; respecting individual differences; and
helping children learn to live, play, and work cooperatively. We are also committed to promoting
children’s self-awareness, competence, self-worth,
resiliency, and physical well-being.

2.Families* are of primary importance in children’s
development. Because the family and the early childhood practitioner have a common interest in the child’s
well-being, we acknowledge a primary responsibility to
bring about communication, cooperation, and collaboration between the home and early childhood program
in ways that enhance the child’s development.

I really appreciate the Statement of Commitment
As an individual who works with young children, I commit myself to furthering the
values of early childhood education as they are reflected in the ideals and principles of the NAEYC Code of Ethical Conduct. To the best of my ability I will
• Never harm children.
• Ensure that programs for young children are based on current knowledge and
research of child development and early childhood education.
• Respect and support families in their task of nurturing children.
• Respect colleagues in early childhood care and education and support them in
maintaining the NAEYC Code of Ethical Conduct.
• Serve as an advocate for children, their families, and their teachers in community and society.
• Stay informed of and maintain high standards of professional conduct.
• Engage in an ongoing process of self-reflection, realizing that personal characteristics, biases, and beliefs have an impact on children and families.
• Be open to new ideas and be willing to learn from the suggestions of others.
• Continue to learn, grow, and contribute as a professional.
• Honor the ideals and principles of the NAEYC Code of Ethical Conduct.