School Guide to Supporting Marginalized Families of Children with Disabilities

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School Guide to Supporting Marginalized Families of Children with Disabilities

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Contents

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Starting information

Who should use this guide?

How should I use this guide?

Is this suitable for my students’ specific disabilities?

Who can help me with using this guide?

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Introduction

Purpose

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What is inclusive education? 1

What does an inclusive school look like?

What does the law say about inclusive education?

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STEP 1: IDENTIFY NEEDS

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STEP 2: IDENTIFY CHALLENGES

Capabilities

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Opportunities

Motivations

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STEP 3: IDENTIFY SOLUTIONS

Skills and tools

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Finding support

Advocating for inclusive education2

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Caring for caregivers’ wellbeing3

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Example of the use of these resources

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End Notes

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