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WilliamSparksBachelor of ArtsHuman Development1974“I came to PO for the small classes,alternative learning for adults, and PO’sfocus on ‘the whole child’ philosophy.What I learned at PO was: to observethe multiple talents in children, watchtheir reaction to teachers’ best efforts,and how to change my teaching to fit thechild’s needs. I acquired the knowledgeof social systems that frame teachersand families. My BA degree led to beingrespected as a teacher who knew aboutcognitive development, socio-emotionaldevelopment, the effects of class andrace bias and inclusion of special needschildren in high quality ECE programs. ”44 Pacific Oaks Alumni Profiles