Number 4: Know the difference between communication barriers and content barriers was so interesting to listen to. To me, this screams “meet the child where they are”. It is important to use academic language but find the bridge for students to make those connections. I find this especially common with kids from other cultures and other schools. There have been times where I feel like I have explained something three or four times, and I need to find another way to help this kiddo make a connection to the learning. Number 3: monitor your daily intake of media also really spoke to me. It is so important to understand that most of the media is glorified. There are so many posts and stories to make you upset or feel less than, and it’s something people carry without even realizing. Taking care of ourselves, body and mind is so important to being the best for or students.
