"The term inclusion captures, in one word, an all-embracing societal ideology. Regarding individuals with disabilities and special education, inclusion secures opportunities for students with disabilities to learn alongside their non-disabled peers in general education classrooms. Honestly establishing a successful inclusive classroom varies in complexity, based upon the challenges created by the disability at hand. However a knowledgeable approach and positive attitudes on the parts of parents and teachers proves vital to triumphing over any obstacles which may emerge."
www.specialeducationguide.com
Inclusion means a lot of different things to a lot of people. Some people believe in 100% inclusion for kiddos with special needs, and some people like to handle it on a case by case basis.
I would say that our family is in the camp of doing it on a case by case basis. This means including our boys when it works best for them, but always with the goal of making sure they are in the optimal learning environment for them. If that means pulling them out of the classroom for more one-on-one with less distractions, then we are fine with them not being including in the regular classroom for everything.
This video reminded though that probably the most important goal of inclusion is the friendships that can develop between the typically devoloping kids and the ones with special needs. And I believe those friendships benefit both groups! Our boys get the chance to have support and encouragement from fellow peers. And the typical kids get a chance to learn about how to love and care for someone unconditionally. How to look past the differences and see the similarities. That's a win-win for all!
Have kleenex nearby- this video will bring tears to your eyes. It is such a beautiful statement of what real friendship looks like!
Beautiful Friendship!
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