In the Fall of 2017 the total new enrollment at UNC System Schools of Education was 13,492. Based on information going back to 2010, this is a decline in enrollment of 28% since that time.
(UNC Quality Educator Dashboard) Educational systems in all nations is essential to the nation's strength and is the foundation for its growth. I would also say, as a mother, a school psychologist, and as a caring human, that the strength of education is also significantly linked to the humanity shown toward its people in societies. As a former Girl Scout, it was embedded in me to leave my campsite better than how I found it. NC is my campsite and I WILL leave it better than how I found it. Considering a career path in education is noble, challenging, and essential to our society. What does the decline in enrollment in education say about our wonderful state of NC? Join NC educators, NC parents, NC students, NC advocates, and NC citizens to build up the field of education...starting today. Small steps make big changes. A new school year is just a little more than a week away and I remind myself that the role of social media is so huge in our children's lives. As a school psychologist and a parent, I can guide and advise...a lot...but still I know that children are inherently curious and can be easily lured into situations at the blink of an eye that lead them into dangerous territory. I have to remind my own children, nieces and nephews, and the children I serve in schools that the 'dangerous' situations probably won't look the way they imagine when they are learning about them at home and in school. These situations happen in familiar settings, with familiar people, and maybe on their phone while at home. Life is a constant learning process.
Here are some resources for parents, grandparents, school staff, and really anyone who has contact with children. We know that children are impulsive and as adults, we can predict impulsive actions from our children on a daily basis. Let's support them in learning some safe and healthy choices going into a new school year. www.connectsafely.org/social-web-tips-for-teens/ www.missingkids.org/education |
AuthorLeigh Kokenes works as a School Psychologist. Posts are her own and not necessarily the viewpoint of an employer. Archives
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