THE AGE OF EXPLORATION

MOMS SPEAK UP
Many non-traditional school offer inclusion program, which are gaining popularity among parents because of the emotional benefits they provide to their children.
"At first, I was very protective I was afraid my daughter would get teased,". But the risk of teasing is there for every kid,with or without special needs."heart-wrenching moment" when her daughter forgot that soon enough."After two months,she had a friend who would even go to our house on weekends. After six months she don't want to go home from school because she'd get so caught.More importantly, I had learned to be"less defensive about my daughter's need." Some moms ask me what's wrong with her,".She used to get very up set about it until a friend advised her to look at the intention, not-the woods! " I realized most are genuinely concerned, but need to be educated. So I explain, and more often than not, they're supportive."
Some parents actively look for pre-school with inclusion needs."In programs, even if their kids don't have special needs." I want my kids to grow up to be compassionate and sensitive to others.

What to Consider

*The teacher. they must be able to help your child not just academically,but emotionally are they patient? Are they trained to handle both kids with and without special needs? Observe a class or ask the school for the teacher's profile.
*The vision.Do you agree with their approach?Do you share the same expectations for your child.
*Your own involvement.Whether you enroll your child in a special or inclusion program,research on your child's learning disability. Become informed and involved talk to your child's teachers to find out his progress in terms of behavior,academic and social performance. Observe her at home and relay your concern,so they can make a more accurate assessment of.
*There needs.More than any curriculum,a parent's love and support are the biggest factors in how well he overcomes.

Children without Disabilities

-Become more accepting and appreciative of individual differences
-Become more comfortable with students with disabilities
-Become more helpful in general
-Gain leadership skills
-Have improved self-esteem
-Develop better communication and social skills
-Show greater development in moral and ethical principles
-Create warm and caring friendships
-Exhibit greater independence
-Benefits the child's social emotional education