Why Inclusion is a Right—Not Just a Dream

Published: Tue, 11/12/24

Updated: Tue, 11/12/24

You feel it deep in your heart... the school does not see your child's worth.

If you find yourself constantly battling resistance from school staff who seem stuck in outdated ways of thinking about education...

go ahead and watch this highlight video where we dive into the deeply personal and frustrating realities parents face when advocating for their children with disabilities.

00:00 Introduction: Unity and Equality

00:25 Concerns About IEP Meetings

01:04 Personal Stories: Adeline

01:32 Meet Layton

02:52 Filing a Joint Complaint

03:03 Empowering Parents and Exploring Options

03:47 Understanding Inclusion and Legal Rights

05:15 The Long Journey of Advocacy

Click here to view the full length video.

Parents from Bixby, Okalahoma relive the emotional toll of fighting for their children to belong in general education classrooms, only to encounter systemic barriers, rigid mindsets, and fear of change from school districts.

You’ll hear about the power of persistence, the importance of knowing your legal rights, and how to build strategies that move the conversation forward—even when it feels like the odds are stacked against you.

Looking for evidence-based resources to prove inclusion works?

Check out RESOURCES mentioned in the video:
💖The TIES Center
💥The Advocacy Institute

💖NDSS guide for educating students with disabilities

💥 Harmful Effects of Restrictive (Special) Settings
💖 ALL In For Inclusive Education

💥 New Jersey Coalition For Inclusive Education

💖 Intelligent Lives

💥 The Star Raft Project

Here's to all learners having a future filled with possibility and belonging!

P.S. When you're ready to Grow Communities, Change Conversations, and Challenge Beliefs join our Connecting for Change™ community!
We're here to walk beside you on your advocacy journey.

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