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WHAT DOES AN INCLUSIVE CLASSROOM LOOK LIKE?SEE MORENEW CONTENT WILL BE ADDED ABOVE THE CURRENT AREA OF FOCUS UPON SELECTIONSEE MORE ON INCLUSIVESCHOOLS.ORG INTERNATIONAL RESOURCES TO PROMOTE INCLUSIVE EDUCATION International Organizations Supporting Inclusive Education. September 10, 2015. Education for All Global Campaign for EducationThe Education for All (EFA) movement is a global commitment to provide quality basic education for all children, youth, and adults. The movement was launched at the World Conference on Education for All in 1990, when A SAFE, CARING SCHOOL ENVIRONMENT 14343-G Torrey Chase Blvd. Houston, Texas 77014 Phone: 281-440-4220

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principal is

KEY INSTRUMENTS SUPPORTING INTERNATIONAL INCLUSIVE EDUCATIONSEE MORE ON INCLUSIVESCHOOLS.ORG MYTH: THE HIGH COST OF INCLUSION Myth: The High Cost of Inclusion. March 27, 2013. In almost every school or district we conduct inclusive practices training, we often encounter the same assumptions about cost and staffing requirements. “If we are to be more inclusive, we will need to pay for special education teachers.”. “We must not have a sufficient number of ONLINE RESOURCES FOR PARAEDUCATORS Online Resources for Paraeducators. July 9, 2015. This list of websites and organizations offers paraeducators and their supervising teachers a wealth of information and resources to establish and improve effective teacher-para partnerships! Council for Exceptional Children (CEC): Paraeducator Preparation Guidelines. MAKE MATHEMATICS INSTRUCTION ACCESSIBLE AND ENGAGING FOR Make Mathematics Instruction Accessible and Engaging for all Students. September 3, 2015. There are many students, both with and without disabilities, who struggle with math. Not only are these students at a disadvantage in terms of the practical skills they will need throughout their lives, but they also often miss out on the fun and

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WHAT DOES AN INCLUSIVE CLASSROOM LOOK LIKE?SEE MORENEW CONTENT WILL BE ADDED ABOVE THE CURRENT AREA OF FOCUS UPON SELECTIONSEE MORE ON INCLUSIVESCHOOLS.ORG INTERNATIONAL RESOURCES TO PROMOTE INCLUSIVE EDUCATION International Organizations Supporting Inclusive Education. September 10, 2015. Education for All Global Campaign for EducationThe Education for All (EFA) movement is a global commitment to provide quality basic education for all children, youth, and adults. The movement was launched at the World Conference on Education for All in 1990, when A SAFE, CARING SCHOOL ENVIRONMENT 14343-G Torrey Chase Blvd. Houston, Texas 77014 Phone: 281-440-4220

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WHAT ARE THE ROLES OF PRINCIPALS IN SUCCESSFUL INCLUSIVE Perhaps the most critical role in successful inclusive schools is the role of the principal. The school principal’s active participation is the single most important predictor of success in implementing change, improving services, or setting a new course. The school

principal is

KEY INSTRUMENTS SUPPORTING INTERNATIONAL INCLUSIVE EDUCATIONSEE MORE ON INCLUSIVESCHOOLS.ORG MYTH: THE HIGH COST OF INCLUSION Myth: The High Cost of Inclusion. March 27, 2013. In almost every school or district we conduct inclusive practices training, we often encounter the same assumptions about cost and staffing requirements. “If we are to be more inclusive, we will need to pay for special education teachers.”. “We must not have a sufficient number of ONLINE RESOURCES FOR PARAEDUCATORS Online Resources for Paraeducators. July 9, 2015. This list of websites and organizations offers paraeducators and their supervising teachers a wealth of information and resources to establish and improve effective teacher-para partnerships! Council for Exceptional Children (CEC): Paraeducator Preparation Guidelines. MAKE MATHEMATICS INSTRUCTION ACCESSIBLE AND ENGAGING FOR Make Mathematics Instruction Accessible and Engaging for all Students. September 3, 2015. There are many students, both with and without disabilities, who struggle with math. Not only are these students at a disadvantage in terms of the practical skills they will need throughout their lives, but they also often miss out on the fun and

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THROUGH THE LENS OF INCLUSION: RACIAL, CULTURAL Through the Lens of Inclusion: Racial, Cultural, Linguistic, & Gender Equity. December 13, 2011. Author: Cathy Giardina, Stetson & Associates, Inc. Parents have been and continue to be the driving force for inclusive education. Looking through the lens of inclusion, we see that whether children are separated because of special needs,

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MYTH: THE HIGH COST OF INCLUSION Myth: The High Cost of Inclusion. March 27, 2013. In almost every school or district we conduct inclusive practices training, we often encounter the same assumptions about cost and staffing requirements. “If we are to be more inclusive, we will need to pay for special education teachers.”. “We must not have a sufficient number of TEN MINUTE WARM-UPS FOR THE INCLUSIVE CLASSROOM Objective: Create a song about working together as a team. Assign students partners and have them sit facing each other. The partners will work to create a song about inclusion and how students learn from each other. It can include specific examples of how students help each other in the inclusive classroom or generic ONLINE RESOURCES FOR PARAEDUCATORS Online Resources for Paraeducators. July 9, 2015. This list of websites and organizations offers paraeducators and their supervising teachers a wealth of information and resources to establish and improve effective teacher-para partnerships! Council for Exceptional Children (CEC): Paraeducator Preparation Guidelines. CLARIFYING THE ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF PARAEDUCATORS Under NCLB, the duties of paraeducators are specifically listed. NCLB also added more stringent qualifications for the role of paraeducator. From IDEA 2004, the requirements of NCLB were emphasized and the necessity of direct supervision by a certified teacher or service

provider was added.

INTERESTING, FUN, LEARNING ACTIVITIES THAT PROMOTE www.inclusiveschools.org Interesting, Fun, Learning Activities that promote Inclusive Practices TEACHER BEHAVIORS THAT IMPROVE STUDENT ACHIEVEMENT Adapted Reproducible from: Kuykendall, C. (2004). From rage to hope: Strategies for reclaiming Black & Hispanic students.Bloomington, IN:

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WHAT DOES AN INCLUSIVE CLASSROOM LOOK LIKE?SEE MORENEW CONTENT WILL BE ADDED ABOVE THE CURRENT AREA OF FOCUS UPON SELECTIONSEE MORE ON INCLUSIVESCHOOLS.ORG INTERNATIONAL RESOURCES TO PROMOTE INCLUSIVE EDUCATION International Organizations Supporting Inclusive Education. September 10, 2015. Education for All Global Campaign for EducationThe Education for All (EFA) movement is a global commitment to provide quality basic education for all children, youth, and adults. The movement was launched at the World Conference on Education for All in 1990, when IDEAS FOR ENGAGING FAMILIES 14343-G Torrey Chase Blvd. Houston, Texas 77014 Phone: 281-440-4220

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KEY INSTRUMENTS SUPPORTING INTERNATIONAL INCLUSIVE EDUCATIONSEE MORE ON INCLUSIVESCHOOLS.ORG WHAT ARE THE ROLES OF PRINCIPALS IN SUCCESSFUL INCLUSIVE Perhaps the most critical role in successful inclusive schools is the role of the principal. The school principal’s active participation is the single most important predictor of success in implementing change, improving services, or setting a new course. The school

principal is

MAKE MATHEMATICS INSTRUCTION ACCESSIBLE AND ENGAGING FOR Make Mathematics Instruction Accessible and Engaging for all Students. September 3, 2015. There are many students, both with and without disabilities, who struggle with math. Not only are these students at a disadvantage in terms of the practical skills they will need throughout their lives, but they also often miss out on the fun and

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WHAT DOES AN INCLUSIVE CLASSROOM LOOK LIKE?SEE MORENEW CONTENT WILL BE ADDED ABOVE THE CURRENT AREA OF FOCUS UPON SELECTIONSEE MORE ON INCLUSIVESCHOOLS.ORG INTERNATIONAL RESOURCES TO PROMOTE INCLUSIVE EDUCATION International Organizations Supporting Inclusive Education. September 10, 2015. Education for All Global Campaign for EducationThe Education for All (EFA) movement is a global commitment to provide quality basic education for all children, youth, and adults. The movement was launched at the World Conference on Education for All in 1990, when IDEAS FOR ENGAGING FAMILIES 14343-G Torrey Chase Blvd. Houston, Texas 77014 Phone: 281-440-4220

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KEY INSTRUMENTS SUPPORTING INTERNATIONAL INCLUSIVE EDUCATIONSEE MORE ON INCLUSIVESCHOOLS.ORG WHAT ARE THE ROLES OF PRINCIPALS IN SUCCESSFUL INCLUSIVE Perhaps the most critical role in successful inclusive schools is the role of the principal. The school principal’s active participation is the single most important predictor of success in implementing change, improving services, or setting a new course. The school

principal is

MAKE MATHEMATICS INSTRUCTION ACCESSIBLE AND ENGAGING FOR Make Mathematics Instruction Accessible and Engaging for all Students. September 3, 2015. There are many students, both with and without disabilities, who struggle with math. Not only are these students at a disadvantage in terms of the practical skills they will need throughout their lives, but they also often miss out on the fun and

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WHAT ARE THE ROLES OF PRINCIPALS IN SUCCESSFUL INCLUSIVE Perhaps the most critical role in successful inclusive schools is the role of the principal. The school principal’s active participation is the single most important predictor of success in implementing change, improving services, or setting a new course. The school

principal is

THROUGH THE LENS OF INCLUSION: RACIAL, CULTURAL Through the Lens of Inclusion: Racial, Cultural, Linguistic, & Gender Equity. December 13, 2011. Author: Cathy Giardina, Stetson & Associates, Inc. Parents have been and continue to be the driving force for inclusive education. Looking through the lens of inclusion, we see that whether children are separated because of special needs,

race

INTERESTING, FUN, LEARNING ACTIVITIES THAT PROMOTE www.inclusiveschools.org Interesting, Fun, Learning Activities that promote Inclusive Practices TEN MINUTE WARM-UPS FOR THE INCLUSIVE CLASSROOM Objective: Create a song about working together as a team. Assign students partners and have them sit facing each other. The partners will work to create a song about inclusion and how students learn from each other. It can include specific examples of how students help each other in the inclusive classroom or generic CLARIFYING THE ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF PARAEDUCATORS Under NCLB, the duties of paraeducators are specifically listed. NCLB also added more stringent qualifications for the role of paraeducator. From IDEA 2004, the requirements of NCLB were emphasized and the necessity of direct supervision by a certified teacher or service

provider was added.

MYTH: THE HIGH COST OF INCLUSION Myth: The High Cost of Inclusion. March 27, 2013. In almost every school or district we conduct inclusive practices training, we often encounter the same assumptions about cost and staffing requirements. “If we are to be more inclusive, we will need to pay for special education teachers.”. “We must not have a sufficient number of ONLINE RESOURCES FOR PARAEDUCATORS Online Resources for Paraeducators. July 9, 2015. This list of websites and organizations offers paraeducators and their supervising teachers a wealth of information and resources to establish and improve effective teacher-para partnerships! Council for Exceptional Children (CEC): Paraeducator Preparation Guidelines. TEACHER BEHAVIORS THAT IMPROVE STUDENT ACHIEVEMENT Adapted Reproducible from: Kuykendall, C. (2004). From rage to hope: Strategies for reclaiming Black & Hispanic students.Bloomington, IN:

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TOGETHER WE LEARN BETTER: INCLUSIVE SCHOOLS BENEFIT ALLDIFFERENTIATED INSTRUCTION INCREASES STUDENT ENGAGEMENT.ONE OF THE MOST IMPORTANT PRINCIPLES OF INCLUSIVE EDUCATION IS THAT NO TWO LEARNERS ARE ALIKE, AND SO INCLUSIVE SCHOOLS PLACE GREAT IMPORTANCE ON C...ACADEMIC SUPPORTS HELP EACH STUDENT ACCESS THE FULL CURRICULUM.IN THIS AGE OF ACCOUNTABILITY AND HIGH-STAKES TESTING, IT IS IMPORTANT FOR EDUCATORS TO ENSURE THAT EVERY STUDENT IS ADDRESSING THE APPROPRIATE STA...BEHAVIORAL SUPPORTS HELP MAINTAIN A POSITIVE LEARNING ENVIRONMENT FOR EVERYONE.ANOTHER IMPORTANT FACTOR IN EFFECTIVE INCLUSIVE EDUCATION IS THE IMPLEMENTATION OF CONSISTENT BEHAVIORAL SUPPORTS THROUGHOUT THE LEARNING ENVIRONME...RESPECT FOR DIVERSITY CREATES A WELCOMING ENVIRONMENT FOR ALL.INCLUSIVE EDUCATION FOR STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES CAN ONLY BE SUCCESSFUL WHEN THOSE STUDENTS FEEL THAT THEY ARE TRULY A PART OF THE SCHOOL COMMUNI...INCLUSIVE PRACTICES MAKE EFFECTIVE USE OF A SCHOOL'S RESOURCES.IN THE PAST, SPECIAL EDUCATION OFTEN INVOLVED THE SEGREGATION OF STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES FOR THE PURPOSE OF SPECIALIZED INSTRUCTION. NOT ONLY

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The journey to becoming an Inclusive School may be long and challenging at times, but ultimately this journey can strengthen a school community and benefitALL children. “Inclusion” does not simply mean the placement of students with disabilities in general education classes. This process must incorporate fundamental change in the way a school community supports and addresses the KEY INSTRUMENTS SUPPORTING INTERNATIONAL INCLUSIVE EDUCATIONSEE MORE ON INCLUSIVESCHOOLS.ORG FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ABOUT CULTURALLY RESPONSIVE 14343-G Torrey Chase Blvd. Houston, Texas 77014 Phone: 281-440-4220

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WHAT DOES AN INCLUSIVE CLASSROOM LOOK LIKE?SEE MORENEW CONTENT WILL BE ADDED ABOVE THE CURRENT AREA OF FOCUS UPON SELECTIONSEE MORE ON INCLUSIVESCHOOLS.ORG IDEAS FOR ENGAGING FAMILIES 14343-G Torrey Chase Blvd. Houston, Texas 77014 Phone: 281-440-4220

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TOGETHER WE LEARN BETTER: INCLUSIVE SCHOOLS BENEFIT ALLDIFFERENTIATED INSTRUCTION INCREASES STUDENT ENGAGEMENT.ONE OF THE MOST IMPORTANT PRINCIPLES OF INCLUSIVE EDUCATION IS THAT NO TWO LEARNERS ARE ALIKE, AND SO INCLUSIVE SCHOOLS PLACE GREAT IMPORTANCE ON C...ACADEMIC SUPPORTS HELP EACH STUDENT ACCESS THE FULL CURRICULUM.IN THIS AGE OF ACCOUNTABILITY AND HIGH-STAKES TESTING, IT IS IMPORTANT FOR EDUCATORS TO ENSURE THAT EVERY STUDENT IS ADDRESSING THE APPROPRIATE STA...BEHAVIORAL SUPPORTS HELP MAINTAIN A POSITIVE LEARNING ENVIRONMENT FOR EVERYONE.ANOTHER IMPORTANT FACTOR IN EFFECTIVE INCLUSIVE EDUCATION IS THE IMPLEMENTATION OF CONSISTENT BEHAVIORAL SUPPORTS THROUGHOUT THE LEARNING ENVIRONME...RESPECT FOR DIVERSITY CREATES A WELCOMING ENVIRONMENT FOR ALL.INCLUSIVE EDUCATION FOR STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES CAN ONLY BE SUCCESSFUL WHEN THOSE STUDENTS FEEL THAT THEY ARE TRULY A PART OF THE SCHOOL COMMUNI...INCLUSIVE PRACTICES MAKE EFFECTIVE USE OF A SCHOOL'S RESOURCES.IN THE PAST, SPECIAL EDUCATION OFTEN INVOLVED THE SEGREGATION OF STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES FOR THE PURPOSE OF SPECIALIZED INSTRUCTION. NOT ONLY

DO...

The journey to becoming an Inclusive School may be long and challenging at times, but ultimately this journey can strengthen a school community and benefitALL children. “Inclusion” does not simply mean the placement of students with disabilities in general education classes. This process must incorporate fundamental change in the way a school community supports and addresses the KEY INSTRUMENTS SUPPORTING INTERNATIONAL INCLUSIVE EDUCATIONSEE MORE ON INCLUSIVESCHOOLS.ORG FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ABOUT CULTURALLY RESPONSIVE 14343-G Torrey Chase Blvd. Houston, Texas 77014 Phone: 281-440-4220

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INTERESTING, FUN, LEARNING ACTIVITIES THAT PROMOTE www.inclusiveschools.org Interesting, Fun, Learning Activities that promote Inclusive Practices MAKE MATHEMATICS INSTRUCTION ACCESSIBLE AND ENGAGING FOR Make Mathematics Instruction Accessible and Engaging for all Students. September 3, 2015. There are many students, both with and without disabilities, who struggle with math. Not only are these students at a disadvantage in terms of the practical skills they will need throughout their lives, but they also often miss out on the fun and

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INTERNATIONAL RESOURCES TO PROMOTE INCLUSIVE EDUCATION International Organizations Supporting Inclusive Education. September 10, 2015. Education for All Global Campaign for EducationThe Education for All (EFA) movement is a global commitment to provide quality basic education for all children, youth, and adults. The movement was launched at the World Conference on Education for All in 1990, when TOGETHER WE LEARN BETTER: INCLUSIVE SCHOOLS BENEFIT ALL The journey to becoming an Inclusive School may be long and challenging at times, but ultimately this journey can strengthen a school community and benefitALL children. “Inclusion” does not simply mean the placement of students with disabilities in general education classes. This process must incorporate fundamental change in the way a school community supports and addresses the ONLINE RESOURCES FOR NEWS AND INFORMATION ON CULTURALLY 14343-G Torrey Chase Blvd. Houston, Texas 77014 Phone: 281-440-4220

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ELEMENTS OF INCLUSIVE EDUCATION FOR EARLY CHILDHOOD PROGRAMS High quality early childhood programs form the foundation for high quality inclusive programs from which all children benefit. According the The Early Childhood Research Institute on Inclusion (ECRII), parents of children without disabilities participating in inclusive programs report positive changes in their children’s confidence, self-esteem, and understanding of diversity. ACCOMMODATIONS IN THE CLASSROOM: A GUIDE TO MAKING THEM REAL Savvy and successful school principals certainly understand the value of keeping it real. In a recent training, Stetson and Associates offered a wide array of examples and practical applications. Each recommendation was designed to help teachers interpret how vital accommodations can realistically happen based on t USING MULTI-LEVEL INSTRUCTION FOR A CLASSROOM OF DIVERSE 14343-G Torrey Chase Blvd. Houston, Texas 77014 Phone: 281-440-4220

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PEERS SUPPORTING AN INCLUSIVE SCHOOL CLIMATE Peers Supporting an Inclusive School Climate. September 9, 2015. Author: Toni Riester-Wood, Ph.D. Inclusive schools promote respectful and supportive relationships, avoid the bullying epidemic, and build the attributes of positive peer-to-peer interactions. Due to the current state of our national economy and shrinking education budgets MIRALOMA ELEMENTARY’S WALL OF INCLUSION We are so impressed with the Wall of Inclusion Miraloma Elementary in San Francisco created! Enjoy their Press Release below. December 6, 2016 SAN FRANCISCO, CA Visiting author Todd Parr and spontaneous art installations around the country inspire art project at this San Francisco elementary school. To mark Inclusive S EARLY CHILDHOOD EFFECTIVE PRACTICES RUBRIC EarlyChildhoodEducationforChildrenwithDisabilities&& EffectivePracticesObservation&Tool&Scoring&Rubric& 2011,StetsonandAssociates,Inc. 3 RESOURCES ON INCLUSIVE EDUCATION 14343-G Torrey Chase Blvd. Houston, Texas 77014 Phone: 281-440-4220

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INTERNATIONAL RESOURCES TO PROMOTE INCLUSIVE EDUCATION International Organizations Supporting Inclusive Education. September 10, 2015. Education for All Global Campaign for EducationThe Education for All (EFA) movement is a global commitment to provide quality basic education for all children, youth, and adults. The movement was launched at the World Conference on Education for All in 1990, when WHAT DOES AN INCLUSIVE CLASSROOM LOOK LIKE?SEE MORENEW CONTENT WILL BE ADDED ABOVE THE CURRENT AREA OF FOCUS UPON SELECTIONSEE MORE ON INCLUSIVESCHOOLS.ORG IDEAS FOR ENGAGING FAMILIES 14343-G Torrey Chase Blvd. Houston, Texas 77014 Phone: 281-440-4220

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View the Film Ian. December 12, 2018. Celebrate National Inclusive Schools Week with a powerful short film: “ Ian”. Academy Award-eligible, “ Ian” tells the story of a real-life boy with Cerebral Palsy whose fierce determination to be included on his local playground changes the beliefs and actions of his community. Download

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DECORATE YOUR WALLS FOR INCLUSIVE SCHOOLS WEEK! Decorate Your Walls for Inclusive Schools Week! November 21, 2014. Show everyone in the community how inclusive your staff and students are by decorating the school doors and walls! Here are a few quick activities that will add to your Inclusive Schools Week Celebration. MAKE MATHEMATICS INSTRUCTION ACCESSIBLE AND ENGAGING FOR Make Mathematics Instruction Accessible and Engaging for all Students. September 3, 2015. There are many students, both with and without disabilities, who struggle with math. Not only are these students at a disadvantage in terms of the practical skills they will need throughout their lives, but they also often miss out on the fun and

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INTERNATIONAL RESOURCES TO PROMOTE INCLUSIVE EDUCATION International Organizations Supporting Inclusive Education. September 10, 2015. Education for All Global Campaign for EducationThe Education for All (EFA) movement is a global commitment to provide quality basic education for all children, youth, and adults. The movement was launched at the World Conference on Education for All in 1990, when WHAT DOES AN INCLUSIVE CLASSROOM LOOK LIKE?SEE MORENEW CONTENT WILL BE ADDED ABOVE THE CURRENT AREA OF FOCUS UPON SELECTIONSEE MORE ON INCLUSIVESCHOOLS.ORG IDEAS FOR ENGAGING FAMILIES 14343-G Torrey Chase Blvd. Houston, Texas 77014 Phone: 281-440-4220

Fax: 281-440-4280

ONLINE RESOURCES FOR NEWS AND INFORMATION ON CULTURALLY 14343-G Torrey Chase Blvd. Houston, Texas 77014 Phone: 281-440-4220

Fax: 281-440-4280

KEY INSTRUMENTS SUPPORTING INTERNATIONAL INCLUSIVE EDUCATIONSEE MORE ON INCLUSIVESCHOOLS.ORG

VIEW THE FILM IAN

View the Film Ian. December 12, 2018. Celebrate National Inclusive Schools Week with a powerful short film: “ Ian”. Academy Award-eligible, “ Ian” tells the story of a real-life boy with Cerebral Palsy whose fierce determination to be included on his local playground changes the beliefs and actions of his community. Download

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DECORATE YOUR WALLS FOR INCLUSIVE SCHOOLS WEEK! Decorate Your Walls for Inclusive Schools Week! November 21, 2014. Show everyone in the community how inclusive your staff and students are by decorating the school doors and walls! Here are a few quick activities that will add to your Inclusive Schools Week Celebration. MAKE MATHEMATICS INSTRUCTION ACCESSIBLE AND ENGAGING FOR Make Mathematics Instruction Accessible and Engaging for all Students. September 3, 2015. There are many students, both with and without disabilities, who struggle with math. Not only are these students at a disadvantage in terms of the practical skills they will need throughout their lives, but they also often miss out on the fun and

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VIEW THE FILM IAN

View the Film Ian. December 12, 2018. Celebrate National Inclusive Schools Week with a powerful short film: “ Ian”. Academy Award-eligible, “ Ian” tells the story of a real-life boy with Cerebral Palsy whose fierce determination to be included on his local playground changes the beliefs and actions of his community. Download

these

ELEMENTS OF INCLUSIVE EDUCATION FOR EARLY CHILDHOOD PROGRAMS High quality early childhood programs form the foundation for high quality inclusive programs from which all children benefit. According the The Early Childhood Research Institute on Inclusion (ECRII), parents of children without disabilities participating in inclusive programs report positive changes in their children’s confidence, self-esteem, and understanding of diversity. WHAT ARE THE ROLES OF PRINCIPALS IN SUCCESSFUL INCLUSIVE Perhaps the most critical role in successful inclusive schools is the role of the principal. The school principal’s active participation is the single most important predictor of success in implementing change, improving services, or setting a new course. The school

principal is

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MYTH: THE HIGH COST OF INCLUSION Myth: The High Cost of Inclusion. March 27, 2013. In almost every school or district we conduct inclusive practices training, we often encounter the same assumptions about cost and staffing requirements. “If we are to be more inclusive, we will need to pay for special education teachers.”. “We must not have a sufficient number of THROUGH THE LENS OF INCLUSION: RACIAL, CULTURAL Through the Lens of Inclusion: Racial, Cultural, Linguistic, & Gender Equity. December 13, 2011. Author: Cathy Giardina, Stetson & Associates, Inc. Parents have been and continue to be the driving force for inclusive education. Looking through the lens of inclusion, we see that whether children are separated because of special needs,

race

ONLINE RESOURCES FOR PARAEDUCATORS Online Resources for Paraeducators. July 9, 2015. This list of websites and organizations offers paraeducators and their supervising teachers a wealth of information and resources to establish and improve effective teacher-para partnerships! Council for Exceptional Children (CEC): Paraeducator Preparation Guidelines. CLARIFYING THE ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF PARAEDUCATORS Under NCLB, the duties of paraeducators are specifically listed. NCLB also added more stringent qualifications for the role of paraeducator. From IDEA 2004, the requirements of NCLB were emphasized and the necessity of direct supervision by a certified teacher or service

provider was added.

INTERESTING, FUN, LEARNING ACTIVITIES THAT PROMOTE www.inclusiveschools.org Interesting, Fun, Learning Activities that promote Inclusive Practices TEACHER BEHAVIORS THAT IMPROVE STUDENT ACHIEVEMENT Adapted Reproducible from: Kuykendall, C. (2004). From rage to hope: Strategies for reclaiming Black & Hispanic students.Bloomington, IN:

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