Alumni Testimonials
Below you will find alumni testimonials from recently graduated students. Please read about their experiences with the program.
鈥淎s a result of MD传媒入口's Early Childhood Education Master's program, I gained a great deal of knowledge. My cohort mates and I built strong personal and professional relationships throughout the program, allowing me to become an ECE industry leader. Professors modeled and motivated me to advocate for social justice in the classroom by understanding my abilities as an educator and mentor. Furthermore, the program prepared me for applying and getting accepted to doctoral programs.鈥鈥
--Sandra Mora Garcia
鈥淥pening my own childcare center was always a dream, but turning that dream into reality required the right knowledge, guidance, and support. The ECE Master鈥檚 Program at Cal State Long Beach played a pivotal role in my professional development, equipping me with the expertise and leadership skills necessary to succeed in the field of early childhood education. Through this program, I strengthened my understanding of child development, educational policies, and best practices for high-quality early learning. The Professors at the College of Education were incredibly supportive and knowledgeable, providing the mentorship and resources I needed to grow both academically and professionally. The program also gave me the business and administrative skills to successfully navigate the process of opening my own childcare center and securing a contract with the California Department of Education. Today, I am in the final stages of launching my center, and I credit this program for giving me the tools, confidence, and support to make it happen.鈥
--Sylvia Figueroa
鈥淚 am very grateful for my experience in the Master鈥檚 program in鈥Early Childhood Education at鈥MD传媒入口. The program provided opportunities to reflect on learning theories, curriculums, and research-based practices into my teaching profession and classroom setting. The instructors and faculty were supportive and consistently offered guidance and mentorship throughout the program. Additionally, the program's cohort model created a collaborative space where I could connect with peers, share ideas, and gain insight from different perspectives. One memory that stood out to me during my time in the program was the community outreach project where I was able to coordinate with the Aquarium of the Pacific in order to bring ocean life learning experiences into my classroom. This project emphasized the importance of school and community collaboration while also expanding on real life learning experiences to children and families. Ultimately, the program has made a positive impact on my professional and personal growth. It has encouraged me to become a more reflective and compassionate educator and has helped me build a foundation of leadership and advocacy in early childhood education."
--Kelly Gacos
