Words are powerful. Consistency in the words we use to describe services and supports for students with disabilities must be clear and consistent across the district for all children, parents, teachers, and community members. This brief tutorial defines inclusion and provides clarity regarding commonly used terms, such as PLAAFP, Curricular Supports, Advanced Supports, Support Facilitation… Read more
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A Bowling Outing in Hawaii to Celebrate Inclusion
September 15, 2015This success story was shared on our facebook page! What a great way to have fun together and celebrate inclusion! In honor of Inclusive Schools Week, Farrington High School in Kalihi, HI went to bowling with their Friends Program. It was an awesome day filled with laughter and strikes galore. Have an awesome week everyone… Read more
Self-Assessment
June 11, 2015This instrument is designed to provide schools with a self-assessment instrument to guide a review of current practices regarding inclusive education. Stetson and Associates considers inclusive education to be synonymous with the requirements for the provision of education and related services in the least restrictive environment. Decisions about instructional setting are determined on an individual… Read more
How Do We Build Effective Parent-School Partnerships in Inclusive Schools?
May 1, 2015Our question for today is how do we build effective parent-school partnerships in inclusive schools. There’s an enormous body of research and studies on the positive impact of parent partnerships and student success not just in school but throughout life. We cannot educate our children without reaching out to their parents. When schools and families… Read more
