Ch+1+Project

1 project involves two things.

1. @Video Introduction for Parents and Families

2. **Funds of Knowledge**

  My parents taught me, through example, a good work ethic. If you were doing homework or at a job you were supposed to do your best and work hard to accomplish things. My parents own their own business and they work very hard to keep it running well. I see how hard they work and it pushes me to do well at everything I do. When I told my dad I wanted to be a teacher he said to me, “Okay, study hard, learn all you can, and be the best teacher you can be
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 * Dr. Tim || Fiegen || The funds of knowledge that we try to instill in our children that are in contrast to school is our faith in Jesus and our willingness to profess our faith. This is in contrast to the public school system that allows and encourages other faiths but frowns upon expressing the Christian faith. || [[image:2013-12-13 12.57.05.jpg width="134" height="177"]] ||
 * Andrew || Fiegen || Funds of knowledge frequently differ in the school setting versus my personal ideology in that fiscal conservatism is sometimes vilified and seen as greediness rather than prudence. In the school system students are taught acceptance for all views and ways of life, yet those opposed to an overhauling system regarding the redistribution of wealth receive the wrath of others and labeled as insensitive. || [[image:IMG_8636.JPG width="145" height="253"]] ||
 * Amy || Halling || The Funds of Knowledge I grew up with were vastly different from the majority of my peers and teachers in the school setting. My parents divorced when I was in Kindergarten and when I was in the 2nd or 3rd grade my "father" disappeared from my life and I've never seen him since. Growing up in the 80s-90s this was not nearly as common as it is today. I was taught that family is important but it is the family that is there for you that matters. I was very close with my grandparents and great grandmother even though they lived 3 1/2 hours away. As a teacher it is important to keep in mind that not all families nor support systems are the exact same for every student. Therefore I will make sure to account for that in my lessons. I remember cringing whenever I had to do a family tree because mine was always extremely lopsided. A family isn't just blood and that should be accounted for as well. ||  ||
 * Madison || Reeser || Funds of Knowledge instilled into me has its differences from the school setting. My father, a pastor, greatly influenced my faith and morals. With the separation of church and state, schools tend to try to allow all religions but not allow them to be very active in the school setting. Also, certain topics that are taught at home may not match what is being taught in schools such as the big bang theory or evolution or even more hot topic issues. There are many students who encounter this as well. The religion a student practice may not match up with certain topics or ways that a school practices. It is important as teachers to keep this in mind and familiarize ourselves with students and their beliefs and practices to help develop solid partnerships with student families and those involved in our school. || [[image:IMG_4663 (1).jpg width="134" height="168"]] ||
 * Hannah || Stuart || Funds of knowledge is important for student success as well as creating strong partnerships between parents and teachers. These partnerships will include families from all kinds of economic, religious, and cultural backgrounds and teachers need to work with all kind of parents without a bias or judgment. Understanding diversity will help both teachers and parents instill the idea of working together for success. Bilingual families are one area that could cause distance in the communication portion of the partnership. Teachers or the parents of the student may seem distant to involvement because of this language barrier. || [[image:Sped 460.jpg width="119" height="205"]] ||
 * Hannah || Glanzer || The Funds of Knowledge that I acquired during the years that I grew up largely involved the influence of my parents and family members, as well as many members of my church family. The biggest things that I learned was to work for what you get, give to those who are in need, and always do your best in whatever you pursue. I learned from my parents to choose my friends wisely and to treat other people as I would wish to be treated, regardless of race or background. When it came to school, I have had influences from both the public and private school settings. In public school, I had to be careful on what I said and what parts of the curriculum I challenged when I disagreed with it, because I would be seen as intolerant if I was unable to fully back up what I claimed to believe. In private school, however, I was challenged to investigate the curriculum and point out anything that I questioned or disagreed with as it was seen as an opportunity for further learning. || [[image:IMG_0409.JPG width="124" height="163"]] ||