Amazing Grace

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Blog #3

Reflection


After reading this text, I couldn't help but reflect on my own experiences that happen in my day-to-day life. Kozol talked about    how he grew up in the Bronx. He lived in the poorest district,       which was also the poorest school district in America. 

    



     As a white female in America, I never had to face these issues growing up. I went to a public school in Rhode Island, yes it was very diverse but my school had many after school activities; sports, clubs, plays, you name it. Growing up, I thought every school had these activities available to them just like me. After watching the movie "Teach Us All" and reading "Amazing Grace" I now realize that not every kid is as fortunate as I was.




Looking back on my childhood, I was blind to see that people may have been struggling to understand our topics in class, or to even afford school supplies. I never knew that this was a big problem until now. Students may have struggled with being "invisible" in the class room because they didn't have the same opportunities that I did as a kid. I never want a student to feel ignored or not as important when I'm a teacher. So I promise to make sure every student gets the same opportunities I did growing up.








    



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  1. Liv Serak's BlogSeptember 21, 2023 at 6:14 PM

    Jill! This is. so insightful! i appreciate your use of graphics and reflection on how the reading got you thinking - great job!

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