A Proud Becca Moment

I got a wonderful message from one of Becca's teachers today. Since starting a new school this year she has decided who and when she will share information about her family.  This is the message from her teacher...

"Becca really opened up in class today when participating.  My guess is she is feeling really comfortable and was just really speaking freely.  We were talking about the parts of culture for our new (very Social Studies-ish unit) and trying to come up with examples for how each element of culture is seen in America.  When we got to "technology" the topic of wifi came up and I explained how I helped my mom over break set up her new computer, learn how to email and connect to wifi.  The students thought it was funny my mom had trouble understanding what wifi was.  Becca shared that her grandparents are very on top of the new technology and use it when they travel and use it to communicate like skyping. Then when we discussed "Social Structure" and had to list who is valued and not valued we talked about how just because society places value on one thing that doesn't mean it is right. Like how pro athletes get paid millions but firefighters, police and teachers do not. Becca then told the class that she wanted to share with class her personal experience having a family member with a disability and how they are often not valued as much as they should be.  She was so relaxed and honested when she shared and the kids reacted so positively that it was just a great moment.  I wanted to share this with you just to let you know that she really seems to be coming to her own lately.  I was really proud of her!"

Way to go Becca....learning these things is great...we love you and are proud of you.