Schools vs. The Past

From this week's module I learned a lot about how schools have changed through out history. I was amazed at how different times and customs were even in the 60's. For example, I like learning about the Little Rock Nine, and Ruby Bridges and many of the unfathomable hardships they had to go through just for the right to attend a regular school. I'm grateful that things are different now and that every child who enters school are accepted. I've also learned from this lesson that for whatever reason people tend to respond to unknown situations or people with aggression and malice.
When going to my Resource classroom today I was able to look at the teacher and noticed how caring she is to all the students and willing to work at their level to meet their needs. She is very kind and approachable to every child no matter their background or situation. I think it's wonderful that in school we have teachers that want to help and show they care for all their students. Although I do believe that there is more work to be done. Even though we have eliminated many various types of discrimination, children are still criticized for their differences whether it's by their peers or adults. I've decided that if I see anyone being discriminated against in school that I will do my best to help them and never include myself in any activity that would be considered discriminatory towards others.