My Service Learning Observations: Part Five

I have seen lots of diversity in my service learning placement as I'm sure is seen in every classroom. The one set of diverse kids that stand out to me are the ones who may have learning disabilities or are just a little bit slower to catch up with the rest of the kids in their class. For these particular students they just need a little extra time, or practice. My service learning teacher has me and parent volunteers pull these students into the hall to practice. We practice sounds, sight words or we read a book. I know that the one on one help is very beneficial for these students. My teacher also helps these students by sending notes home to parents to let them know what needs to be practiced at home.

Another diversity that I've seen is that there are many students who come from different cultural backgrounds. This could mean, religion, race, language etc. My service learning teacher recognizes this and makes culture a part of the class. She values all students and their participation and encourages students to share how they feel or what they value. The students are encouraged to often work as teams on assignments so they get to hear all different ideas and values that are among their classroom. I have been blessed to see diversity in a classroom and to see how diversity can be a beneficial part of the classroom experience.