NOT WITHOUT US
Inspiring inclusive schools and communities
education | advocacy | action
When we intentionally and thoughtfully include children
in general education classrooms and communities,
they feel a sense of belonging... and that is everything!
This is a gathering place for parents, professionals and anyone who cares deeply about children. Children learn from those around them, and in school, this means they learn from their peers. They learn how to be together, how to solve problems and how to uplift one another in every way possible.
As a former kindergarten and first grade teacher, I have seen this in action. As a mom and a continuing school volunteer, I have seen the joy in students' eyes when they are with friends, when they are engaged in an activity that inspires them, and when they succeed in something that has been challenging to accomplish. This joy in friendship, socialization, learning and life, is what kids find in their classrooms. And if they are lucky enough to have teachers who support their learning journey with open hearts, acknowledgment and defiance of biases, and strengths-based practices... this is where every child has the opportunity to find success. This is the place that I want for all children.
If this is also your dream, but you have seen some bumps in the road, I hope you will join me on this journey to making this beautiful classroom experience a reality for all students. I believe it's possible, and I hope you do, too!
Welcome to Not Without Us! Thanks for being here!
As a former kindergarten and first grade teacher, I have seen this in action. As a mom and a continuing school volunteer, I have seen the joy in students' eyes when they are with friends, when they are engaged in an activity that inspires them, and when they succeed in something that has been challenging to accomplish. This joy in friendship, socialization, learning and life, is what kids find in their classrooms. And if they are lucky enough to have teachers who support their learning journey with open hearts, acknowledgment and defiance of biases, and strengths-based practices... this is where every child has the opportunity to find success. This is the place that I want for all children.
If this is also your dream, but you have seen some bumps in the road, I hope you will join me on this journey to making this beautiful classroom experience a reality for all students. I believe it's possible, and I hope you do, too!
Welcome to Not Without Us! Thanks for being here!
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We're allying with the California Education Association to prepare and support leaders statewide to serve on local school boards to ensure equitable opportunities, inclusive practices and real accountability for educating All Kids through more informed policy making, implementation of consistent strengths-based practices, and a focus on One System of Education and measurable student success across all demographic groups - because Every Student deserves to have access to an excellent education in every school in California. Find out more here!
The History & Development of Disabilities Rights... this document is a work in progress, but chronicles important historical milestones.
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