Words of Inspiration and Motivation

Some evidence suggests that early childhood professionals may not be adequately prepared to serve young children with disabilities enrolled in inclusive programs. A growing body of empirical evidence suggests that professional development on any topic is more likely to be effective when it is (a) content specific and focused on well-defined professional practices rather than general issues; (b) aligned with intervention or instructional goals, learning standards, and the curriculum materials used in practice; and (c) intensive, sustained over time, and designed to give feedback and guidance through methods such as coaching, consultation, or facilitated group collaboration.          – Pamela Winton

“We as professionals in the early childhood field have an opportunity to shape a child’s life for the better.”    – Sandy Escobido

“I think my passion comes from wanting to make a difference.” – Raymond Hernandez, MS Ed  

“The question is not whether we can afford to invest in every child; it is whether we can afford not to.”                  - Marian Wright Edelman

“When Jesus Christ asked little children to come to him, he didn't say only rich children, or White children, or children with two-parent families, or children who didn't have a mental or physical handicap. He said, 'Let all children come unto me.'”

                - Marian Wright Edelman