Examining Codes of Ethics

 The following are ideals contained in the NAEYC Code of Ethical Conduct that are meaningful and significant in my professional life:

Ethical Responsibilities to Children

I-1.2—To base program practices upon current knowledge and research in the field of early childhood education, child development, and related disciplines, as well as on particular knowledge of each child. – This means I will stay informed and current on the research and practices that are related to young children in order to ensure I am doing what is best for the child and that I am helping and not bringing harm to any child.

Ethical Responsibilities to Families

I-2.4—To listen to families, acknowledge and build upon their strengths and competencies, and learn from families as we support them in their task of nurturing children. -  I will make sure that the family is always informed and consulted whenever decisions are being made regarding the education and care of their child.

Responsibilities to Colleagues

I-3A.2—To share resources with co-workers, collaborating to ensure that the best possible early childhood care and education program is provided. – I will make sure that I attend my “share sessions” and meetings with my colleagues in order to share any new research, information and resources that I have in order to ensure that they also stay current and are able to provide quality educational services.

Responsibilities to Employees

I-3C.3—To strive to secure adequate and equitable compensation (salary and benefits) for those who work with or on behalf of young children. – I will advocate for my employees to ensure that they are being properly compensated for education, training and experience.

Responsibility to Community and Society

1-4.1—To provide the community with high-quality early childhood care and education programs and services.   – I will provide the best possible care and education to children while also ensuring they are in a healthy and safe environment.

 NAEYC. (2005, April). Code of ethical conduct and statement of commitment. Retrieved May 26, 2010, from
http://www.naeyc.org/files/naeyc/file/positions/PSETH05.pdf

Additional Early Childhood Resources

Texas Department of Family and Protective Services  - http://www.dfps.state.tx.us/

Harry K. Wong  - https://www.effectiveteaching.com/
I enjoyed reading and viewing videos from his "The First Days of School."

Lakeshore Learning Store -  http://www.lakeshorelearning.com/
I love their products they are of high quality and last a long time.

Early Childhood Resources

• NAEYC. (2009). Developmentally appropriate practice in early childhood programs serving children from birth through age 8.Retrieved May 26, 2010, from http://www.naeyc.org/files/naeyc/file/positions/dap
• NAEYC. (2009). Where we stand on child abuse prevention. Retrieved May 26, 2010, fromhttp://www.naeyc.org/files/naeyc/file/positions/ChildAbuseStand.pdf
• NAEYC. (2009). Where we stand on school readiness. Retrieved May 26, 2010, fromhttp://www.naeyc.org/files/naeyc/file/positions/Readiness.pdf
• NAEYC. (2009). Where we stand on responding to linguistic and cultural diversity. Retrieved May 26, 2010, fromhttp://www.naeyc.org/files/naeyc/file/positions/diversity.pdf
• NAEYC. (2003). Early childhood curriculum, assessment, and program evaluation: Building an effective, accountable system in programs for children birth through age 8. Retrieved May 26, 2010, fromhttp://www.naeyc.org/files/naeyc/file/positions/pscape.pdf
• NAEYC. (2009, April). Early childhood inclusion: A summary. Retrieved May 26, 2010, fromhttp://www.naeyc.org/files/naeyc/file/positions/DEC_NAEYC_ECSummary_A.pdf
• Zero to Three: National Center for Infants, Toddlers, and Families. (2010). Infant-toddler policy agenda. Retrieved May 26, 2010, from http://main.zerotothree.org/site/PageServer?pagename=ter_pub_infanttodller
• FPG Child Development Institute. (2006, September). Evidence-based practice empowers early childhood professionals and families. (FPG Snapshot, No. 33). Retrieved May 26, 2010, fromhttp://community.fpg.unc.edu/sites/community.fpg.unc.edu/files/imce/documents/FPG_Snapshot_N33_EvidenceBasedPractice_09-2006.pdf
  

Global Support for Children's Rights and Well-Being

• Article: UNICEF (n.d.). Fact sheet: A summary of the rights under the Convention on the Rights of the Child. Retrieved May 26, 2010, from http://www.unicef.org/crc/files/Rights_overview.pdf
• Websites:
• • World Forum Foundation
    http://worldforumfoundation.org/wf/wp/about-us
    This link connects you to the mission statement of this organization. Make sure to watch the media segment on this webpage
  • World Organization for Early Childhood Education
    http://www.omep-usnc.org/
    Read about OMEP's mission.
  • Association for Childhood Education International
    http://acei.org/
    Click on "Mission/Vision" and "Guiding Principles and Beliefs" and read these statements.

 Early Childhood Organizations

• National Association for the Education of Young Children
  http://www.naeyc.org/
• The Division for Early Childhood
  http://www.dec-sped.org/
• Zero to Three: National Center for Infants, Toddlers, and Families
  http://www.zerotothree.org/
• WESTED
  http://www.wested.org/cs/we/print/docs/we/home.htm
• Harvard Education Letter
  http://www.hepg.org/hel/topic/85
• FPG Child Development Institute
  http://www.fpg.unc.edu/
• Administration for Children and Families Headstart's National Research Conference
  http://www.acf.hhs.gov/programs/opre/hsrc/
• HighScope
  http://www.highscope.org/
• Children's Defense Fund
  http://www.childrensdefense.org/
• Center for Child Care Workforce
  http://www.ccw.org/
• Council for Exceptional Children
  http://www.cec.sped.org/
• Institute for Women's Policy Research
  http://www.iwpr.org/
• National Center for Research on Early Childhood Education
  http://www.ncrece.org/wordpress/
• National Child Care Association
  http://www.nccanet.org/
• National Institute for Early Education Research
  http://nieer.org/
• Pre[K]Now
  http://www.pewstates.org/projects/pre-k-now-328067
• Voices for America's Children
  http://www.voices.org/
• The Erikson Institute
  http://www.erikson.edu/

Professional Journals Available in the Walden Library

• YC Young Children
• Childhood
• Journal of Child & Family Studies
• Child Study Journal
• Multicultural Education
• Early Childhood Education Journal
• Journal of Early Childhood Research
• International Journal of Early Childhood
• Early Childhood Research Quarterly
• Developmental Psychology
• Social Studies
• Maternal & Child Health Journal
• International Journal of Early Years Education

Words of Inspiration and Motivation

"You didn't have a choice about the parents you inherited, but you do have a choice about the kind of parent you will be." - Marian Wright Edelman

"If we don't stand up for children, then we don't stand for much." -Marian Wright Edelman

"An appropriate education for young children should address the full scope of their growing minds as they strive to make better and fuller sense of their experiences. " - Sylvia Chard, Ph.D. & Lilian Katz, Ph.D

 “To make sure all children were taught in environments and ways that truly nurtured their ability to grow and develop to their fullest ability.” - Louise Derman-Sparks in the multimedia presentation "The Passion for Early Childhood".

Personal Childhood Web

My Mother - My mother means the world to me. She has been my biggest supporter and I have always looked up to her. She always told me to "never let anyone burst your bubble" letting me know that I can do anything I set my mind to do and not to let anyone discourage me from it. Watching her battle and beat Breast Cancer and then being faced with several other medical problems as a result of her Cancer treatments has given me the motivation I have needed when I have thought about giving up or something. She has always had a smile on her face and a positive attitude and is a wonderful example of a mother. 
My Grandmother - My grandmother always made me feel special as a child and continues up into my adulthood. She has always told me how proud she was of me and how much she loved me. Anytime that I have needed her she has always been there whether it be to pick me up from school when I was sick or coming to one of my track meets to cheer me on at the finish line. I am blessed to have her still in my life and to also have her in my children's lives so that they will also know how great and special she is to me. 

My Aunt Darvina - My aunt is no longer with me and I consider her my guardian angel. She passed away from Breast Cancer about 11 years ago. She was my Sunday School teacher when I was 2-5 years old and I think about her all the time. I remember the songs she would sing to us during Sunday School and how she was always nice and kind. She always made me feel like I was one of her children when she would take my cousins and I would places and I miss her dearly. 

My Aunt Alys - My aunt always made me feel special by making sure my hair was braided and that I was wearing the latest hair styles. She is the reason I am able to now comb and braid my daughters hair. When I was in middle school she would let me have my "most special days." These were weekends that no one else was allowed to come over to her house and she would give me all of her attention. This was very important to me because my aunts house was the "place to be" and for not anyone else to be able to come over was a big deal. 

My Aunt Shirley - My aunt provided a fun loving environment for my brother and I to stay in two or three times a week while my parents were attending meetings at church or my mom was attending class while my dad was at work. She never made us feel as if we were burdens and welcomed with open arms. Best of all she taught us how to ride the bus and shop using coupons. 

My Favorite Children's Book

Tikki Tikki Tembo by Arlene Mosel

My mom used to read this book to me at night. I loved the way she gave each character their own voice and saying Tikki Tikki Tembo's name with her as she read.

One Of My Favorite Quote's

"You have brains in your head. You have feet in your shoes. You can steer yourself any direction you choose." - Dr. Seuss