EPISODE · Oct 18, 2023 · 1H 9M
Cultivating Curiosity in Early Childhood Education with Julia Loman
from Conscious Pathways: Conversations for Transformative Education · host Brittney Carey
Join host Brittney in this enlightening episode of Conscious Pathways as I sit down with Julia Loman, an inspiring advocate for early childhood education. With 28 years of experience in the field, Julia's journey spans from the role of a classroom teacher to a program director, and now as now as an administrator with a Head Start Program in San Diego and Early Care and Education Consultant. In our conversation, we delve into Julia's profound commitment to social change, anti-bias, and multi-cultural practices. Her passion for social justice and anti-racism, instilled by her father's teachings in Black Studies, has become the guiding force in everything she does—both personally and professionally. We explore the various facets of Julia's career, from her diverse roles within and outside the classroom to her current position as a consultant. Education advocacy takes center stage as we emphasize the profound impact teachers can have as advocates in the classroom. The concept of social capital is unwrapped, shedding light on its importance in the realm of education. Tune in to hear captivating preschool teaching stories from both Julia and myself, reminiscing about the days when we were in the classroom trenches. We touch on Julia's passionate curiosity and how maintaining that curiosity is a powerful tool for becoming better teachers and understanding our students on a deeper level. This episode is a journey through the transformative landscape of early childhood education, guided by Julia Loman's wealth of experience and commitment to making a difference. Resources: Neighborhood House Association https://www.neighborhoodhouse.org Children First Collective of San Diego https://www.sdchildrenfirst.org Words Alive https://www.wordsalive.org Connect with Us: Stay engaged with Conscious Pathways on Instagram, Youtube, or LinkedIn for more insightful conversations about reimagining education. Visit our website Consciouspathways.org for additional resources and to continue the conversation.
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Join host Brittney in this enlightening episode of Conscious Pathways as I sit down with Julia Loman, an inspiring advocate for early childhood education. With 28 years of experience in the field, Julia's journey spans from the role of a classroom teacher to a program director, and now as now as an administrator with a Head Start Program in San Diego and Early Care and Education Consultant. In our conversation, we delve into Julia's profound commitment to social change, anti-bias, and multi-cultural practices. Her passion for social justice and anti-racism, instilled by her father's teachings in Black Studies, has become the guiding force in everything she does—both personally and professionally. We explore the various facets of Julia's career, from her diverse roles within and outside the classroom to her current position as a consultant. Education advocacy takes center stage as we emphasize the profound impact teachers can have as advocates in the classroom. The concept of social capital is unwrapped, shedding light on its importance in the realm of education. Tune in to hear captivating preschool teaching stories from both Julia and myself, reminiscing about the days when we were in the classroom trenches. We touch on Julia's passionate curiosity and how maintaining that curiosity is a powerful tool for becoming better teachers and understanding our students on a deeper level. This episode is a journey through the transformative landscape of early childhood education, guided by Julia Loman's wealth of experience and commitment to making a difference. Resources: Neighborhood House Association https://www.neighborhoodhouse.org Children First Collective of San Diego https://www.sdchildrenfirst.org Words Alive https://www.wordsalive.org Connect with Us: Stay engaged with Conscious Pathways on Instagram, Youtube, or LinkedIn for more insightful conversations about reimagining education. Visit our website Consciouspathways.org for additional resources and to continue the conversation.
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