2025 Inclusive Schools Week: Children First Building a Stronger Tomorrow
About This Year's ISW Theme
The 2025 theme, “Children First,” is rooted in the powerful Maasai greeting, Casserian Engeri, which translates to “And how are the children?” This traditional salutation reflects the Maasai’s deep commitment to ensuring that their children are well, recognizing that the well-being of children reflects the health and future of the entire society.
In schools today, this theme challenges educators, school leaders, and communities to ask:
- Are all children reaching their full potential in our schools?
- Do our educational practices reflect a commitment to equity and access for every student?
- How can we ensure that students with disabilities are seen, heard, and valued in every aspect of school life?
Putting Children First means prioritizing every student’s right to learn in an environment that supports their diverse needs, embraces their unique abilities, and fosters a sense of belonging. It means recognizing that when schools are designed to support students with disabilities, they become better places for all learners.
Casserian Engeri – And how are the children? This question should guide the work of educators, policymakers, and communities as they strive to build schools where every child can learn, grow, and succeed. By focusing on Children First, Inclusive Schools Week 2025 encourages schools to reflect on their practices and take meaningful steps to ensure all students feel seen, supported, and celebrated.
Celebrate the Theme
Theme Resources
Click below to access this year’s theme Celebration Guide, Activities Booklet, Media Kits, Press Releases, and Letters to Principals and Directors.
Theme Graphics
Download ISW theme digital badges, banners, and more in a variety of sizes to use on your website, in emails, on social media, and in printed materials.
ISN Logos
Use ISN and ISW logos to enhance your ISW messaging. Use these approved logos for announcements about planned activities and ISW participation.
Inclusive Schools Week Activities
Explore theme-specific and general ISW activities to keep your students engaged throughout the week. Whether students in your school and community already share a common learning environment or you are just beginning to create an atmosphere of accessibility and acceptance for all, these activities will encourage and inspire movement toward a more inclusive community.
