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Year 2 of the Pennsylvania Disability Inclusive Curriculum Pilot Program is under way! The main focus of this pilot is to embed positive messages about disability into the core curriculum! So All kids K-12 will have opportunities to learn about people with disabilities and their contributions from people with disabilities. Disability Equality in Education has lessons on their website written or vetted and approved by disabled people and is listed on the SAS portal.

Thanks to State Rep. Joe Hohenstein for being a champion for our schools our students and the Disability Inclusive Curriculum !https://fb.watch/tPq5rFPgB6/

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Sharing this Ted Talk: Dangers of a single story. 18 min video. The classroom is the place to ensure students know the true story about disabilities from those who experienced that story. Disability Equality in Education can ensure all students learn about disabilities the way they should. Nothing about us without us! Tell an educator to check out our website today!https://www.ted.com/talks/chimamanda_ngozi_adichie_the_danger_of_a_single_story?subtitle=en

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Sharing this important message from one of the staunch champions for Disability Equality in Education's landmark achievements which led to the passage of Disability Inclusive Curriculum. Now a message from State Rep. Joe Hohenstein:" And I’m so proud to say that we ensured that the Disability Inclusive Curriculum Pilot Program will have sources of funding that will allow it to continue to spread positivity and inclusiveness for years to come.

In 2022, we got approval of the pilot program for the Disability Inclusive Curriculum.

In 2023, we saw it implemented in 10 schools around the state.

In 2024, we are providing sufficient funding to expand the program sixfold so we can start to see the real impact an inclusive curriculum can have the lives of every student in a school.

Inclusion isn't just about kids with disabilities seeing themselves reflected in their classroom lessons. It's not just about them being empowered. It's about all the kids in a school learning that all their classmates have value, skills and gifts to bring to everyone.

I am proud to be a champion for full inclusion and the empowerment of all kids, no matter how they move in the world, how they sense the world, or how their brain processes all that world has to offer."Thanks Joe for supporting our School districts!

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Hohenstein: PA House passes legislation to expand Disability Inclusive Curriculum Pilot Program funding HARRISBURG, June 27 – The Pennsylvania House of Representatives today passed legislation (H.B. 2028) sponsored by state Rep. Joe Hohenstein, D-Phila., and state Rep. Jason Ortitay, R-Allegheny/Washington, that would amend current law to expand the funding sources available to the Disability...

Happy Birthday to Disability Equality in Education Board member and check this out Tomarrow at 7PM register here: https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fbit.ly%2F3Rs5pk8%3Ffbclid%3DIwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAAR3MpnBJ6gqU_N0R3iutbcRZQQ75NzZu6QUl55UJjqw-zeVf77oGLR2VJFw_aem_VtKgMOpzs_0cXvWQRqA9Sw&h=AT3L3KeiypHpfgUFEG4nKa_G7S_QAaTs5xB03O3hpP37JIy3TrCPhUJCDL9XCw4kLdu5IvBxPXSOch2Qi2umQ0hi3TdPSnjropygEvPz4exMlgdBN3KhvU8Srj4fNIwunt2V&__tn__=-UK-R&c[0]=AT35tJ6CqTOBDCwJYVKDkNyGR4pG4P6AzPRXiGgAj5N13RxLFRS35EsA3JhY1zrcOBW1p5UzOXBv9LYzv_iBkTHhhdSx_OMX-avJdhq2cQ4B_8hWmtef0tYPxLIcpfT1Y_hmcqY_1Gdq-Jw_42rPCc7ID_0fJ1_UgNnTDY0Wg856nZftKXlVbw
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Happy Father's Day to the Father of Disability Inclusive Curriculum Alan Holdsworth. A gift to All kids!

Lisa Aquila is with Theo Braddy Consulting .Something needs to be said in fact shouted. This speaks volumes especially to the work of The Coalition of experts who have been the driving force with Disability Equality in Education and their work in achieving the Historic legislation for Disability inclusive curriculum. All guests at the policy table should be valued and not just grateful to have been invited. Although our passion drives us we can't wait to offer payment to our deserving experts!
wise words from Theo ....
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A Message from Theo Braddy: Something Should Be Said!

This may not be a popular message, but something should be said. Early in my career, working in this field, I learned something. It was very important to me to become an expert on certain topics. For example, when the ADA was enacted, I knew I had to become an expert on it, and I did. It served me well in those early years.

I remember learning this life lesson. I can’t remember who taught it, but it goes like this. If you always want to be employed, become an expert on something no one else wants to put in the time to learn.

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Image: Theo Braddy - A black man with a bald head, a salt and pepper full beard wearing glasses, is speaking into a microphone on stage at NCIL's Rally at the Capitol.

Judy Heumann was right! Thanks in part to our Coalition good things are happening!

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-JUDY HEUMANN

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Sharing some wisdom from our friend Theo Braddy Consulting
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A Message from Theo Braddy: Should I Accept?

March 5, 2024

It was last year, around this time, that I learned of Judy Heumann’s passing. I just never envisioned a world without Judy. She seemed invincible. I know now that it was her invincible spirit of never giving up that I saw in her. It is with this invincible spirit that I wrote my latest message, which share with you in Judy’s honor.

Read more: https://ncil.org/ed/should-i-accept/

Image: Theo Braddy – A black man with a bald head, a salt and pepper full beard wearing eyeglasses, sitting in a wheelchair. Theo smiles while addressing the audience at NCIL’s 2023 Annual Conference on Independent Living.

Sharing some wisdom from our friend Theo Braddy

A Message from Theo Braddy: Should I Accept?

March 5, 2024

It was last year, around this time, that I learned of Judy Heumann’s passing. I just never envisioned a world without Judy. She seemed invincible. I know now that it was her invincible spirit of never giving up that I saw in her. It is with this invincible spirit that I wrote my latest message, which share with you in Judy’s honor.

Read more: https://ncil.org/ed/should-i-accept/

Image: Theo Braddy – A black man with a bald head, a salt and pepper full beard wearing eyeglasses, sitting in a wheelchair. Theo smiles while addressing the audience at NCIL’s 2023 Annual Conference on Independent Living.

Just attended keynote at the PDE making a difference conference given by amazing speaker . Her words mirrored our mission at Disability Equality in Education and this Coalition many times over.

Celebrating all of our Coaltion members and advocates today also honoring the great leaders that have gone before us and those that walk among us.

Judy Heumann Joseph C. Hohenstein Theo Braddy Consulting Thomas Earle Anita Cameron, Alan Holdsworth, Justin Dart, Wade Blank, Ed Roberts, Roland Johnson & the list goes on.....

Can we include you in our list? Comment here if you want to get involved with our great movement.

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Sharing this great news from one of our supporting organizations PEAL Center
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https://www.facebook.com/TheHeumannPerspective/posts/pfbid0Xh55bE2oNbteom3NA9BEqFWQ4uHcwMycguwvBDRiLMonNsMSK3rvoSH9vg2SAsy3l?comment_id=654939106716366¬if_id=1702938588461499¬if_t=comment_mention&ref=We at the Disabled led non profit Organization of Disability Equality in Education will continue to honor Judy Heumann and her legacy and passion through our work in her first love : education To Support Disability Inclusive Curriculum in k-12 students so the next generation can grow up in a more equitable society free of bullying and stigma toward disabled people.
As we strive to ensure the memory of Judy and all the other leaders of Disability rights movement will be learned about by All kids!

Happy Birthday Judy 💜 May her memory be a blessing today and every day!

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Disability Equality in Education enjoyed meeting team members to Support Disability Inclusive Curriculum at the pilot kick off. Looking forward to supporting you throughout this journey. Dunmore High School Dunmore, Pennsylvania Back to School for ParentsWellsboro, Pennsylvania @ Dunmore middle school
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New state-wide curriculum pilot program celebrates those with disabilities Over the next three years in 10 school districts across Pennsylvania, students of all ages will learn about the political, economic and social contributions of individuals with disabilities.

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In a joint statement today, the Departments of Education and Health and Human Services, announced an updated policy statement. It states that all young children with disabilities should have access to high-quality inclusive early childhood programs. The programs should provide individualized and appropriate support so children with disabilities can fully participate alongside their peers without disabilities, meet high expectations, and achieve their full potential. Read the policy statement: https://sites.ed.gov/idea/idea-files/policy-statement-inclusion-of-children-with-disabilities-in-early-childhood-programs/

Disability Equality in Education is changing how disabilities are viewed one school,one classroom at a time. Invite a school near you to join the movement!
Ask them to introduce Disability into their curriculum.

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Ballot Questions #1

The Philadelphia Home Rule Charter is like the city's constitution, describing the overall structure of government. The Charter can be amended when City Council sends proposed changes to voters in the form of ballot questions. On the November ballot, there will be one proposed Charter amendment for voters to consider for a yes/no vote.

Question #1: Office for People with Disabilities

Ballot Question: Should the Philadelphia Home Rule Charter be amended to create an Office for People with Disabilities to coordinate the City’s compliance with requirements to provide access for people with disabilities to City services and programs and to otherwise provide for incorporation of the Office into the City government?

Plain English Statement: The City’s Home Rule Charter sets up the framework of City government. The Charter is the City’s constitution. An existing office that was created by the mayor, called the Mayor’s Office for People with Disabilities, works to make City services and programs accessible for people with disabilities. That office could be eliminated at any time. If you vote “yes” on this ballot question, that means you approve of creating a more permanent Office for People with Disabilities in City government for the same purposes

Seventy says: According to its page on the city’s website, the Mayor’s Office for People with Disabilities “advocates for policies, programs, and systemic changes that maximize independence and community integration for Philadelphians with disabilities

Our fall newsletter is now online! Learn all about our funded projects and much more. Go here to read it: https://www.paddc.org/newsletter/paddc-outlooks-fall-2023/

October is National Principals Month – Celebrate Pennsylvania Principals! October is National Principals Month – a tribute to the pivotal role principals play in leading our schools and shaping the future of Pennsylvania’s and our nation’s students. This mont…

Disability Equality Education Disability Equality Education brings a unique disability perspective to education as we have developed a strong network of experts on inclusive education through lesson plans and resources. We believe that disability in education has to be part of all diversity and intersectional conversations.

Disability Equality In Education is proud to announce this fall more students In Pennsylvania will be taught about disabilities with lessons and resources created and vetted by people with disabilities. Aside from the 3-year pilot that will begin in selected Pennsylvania schools, teachers everywhere will have access to free lessons and resources. This means that any school can make Disability a part of its curriculum and receive support from those who conceptualized this important component in k-12 pedagogy

Disability Equality Education Disability Equality Education brings a unique disability perspective to education as we have developed a strong network of experts on inclusive education through lesson plans and resources. We believe that disability in education has to be part of all diversity and intersectional conversations.