Special Olympics Alaska / Alaska Association of Student Governments 2003 Student Summit on Inclusion Kodiak High School April 3-5, 2003

CALL TO ACTION

Break down barriers to inclusion, one person at a time, starting with yourself.

Bottom Line:

How do we make our schools more inclusive?

Topics of 2003 Student Summit on Inclusion

1. Inclusive programming in rural areas of Alaska .
2. Inclusive programming in elementary and middle school level education.
3. Making change through education and communication.
4. Providing opportunities for students with mental disabilities in school activities and sports.

As a result of the 2003 Student Summit the following barriers to youth initiated inclusion were identified.

• Education and awareness
• Development of attitudes and positive perceptions starting in elementary school
• Adult support of student efforts
• Communication between schools in Alaska (network to share ideas)
• Discrimination within schools
• Funding
• Parental awareness and support
• Informed and educated advocates to assist in the growth of Partners Clubs®
• Development of Partners Clubs® 
  

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