Consider GCU’s Statement on the Integration of Faith and Work, which states, “Therefore, we are convinced that the Christian life must involve compassion and care, not only for the spiritual needs of mankind, but also for basic physical needs that stem from poverty, oppression, and injustice,” when responding to the following discussion prompts. How will you address diverse needs in your classroom? How will you ensure that students feel accepted and valued in their classroom? Hi Dr. Portugal and Class, Considering GCU’s Statement I want be able to ensure that every one of my students needs are met. When thinking about how to meet and address those needs, we must remember to include the students and their families because we know they are a huge part of the learning process for each child. When we get to know our students’ interests and backgrounds, we can plan and set goals for them that will positively affect their learning (Evertson and Emmer, 2013). There are