ECH 105 2 O - Diversity in Lives of Children/Fam

Diversity in Lives of Children/Fam (ECH 105)

Term: 2025-2026 School Year Fall Term

Faculty

Suzy Jones
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Office Hours, Fall, 2024:

Tuesday/Thursday:  11:00-11:30

Monday/Wednesday: 12:30-1:00

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Loretta LeLoux
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Southeast Tech Department:

Early Childhood


Instructional Experience:

Professionally I have been in the field of early childhood in a variety of capacities. I have worked in direct services with children (B to age 12), resource & referral services for parents, directed child care centers and implemented a parent education program. It is rewarding to work on behalf of the needs and rights of children, families and teachers.

I am passionate about teaching and have enjoyed my role as an educator in the Sioux Falls area. 


Educational Background:

  • B.S. Human Development Consumer & Family Studies with an emphasis in Family Relations; Minor in Sociology; South Dakota State University 
  • M.S. Human Development Consumer & Family Sciences with an emphasis in Early Childhood; South Dakota State University
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Description

This course offers an examination of the influence of personal culture and environment on the development of young children, families and professionals in the field. The course contains information about various diversity topics: race, socio-economic status, family dynamics, religion and language. Theory and practical applications are shared to develop positive family interactions, parent partnerships and increase professional knowledge of diversity.