tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-84715037811924819212024-03-07T08:12:54.728-05:00Removing the Stumbling BlockBringing disability inclusion and faith communities togetherLisa Friedmanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10658106679564722646noreply@blogger.comBlogger253125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8471503781192481921.post-61633364941464128332023-02-16T09:45:00.001-05:002023-02-16T09:45:00.203-05:00Ten Steps to Make Your Congregation Inclusive<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-family: "calibri"; font-size: 14pt;">Has your community undertaken significant work around diversity and inclusion? Hooray! I have noticed that at times it seems that disability has gotten lost in broader conversations where the focus is on racial equity and/or LGBTQ+. It can seem overwhelming for a community
that has not previously made accommodations or sought to fully include individuals with disabilities to tackle this. </span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: "calibri"; font-size: 14pt;"><br /></span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: "calibri"; font-size: 14pt;">From many years of coaching congregations my advice would be: <b>Start small, but start somewhere.</b> And while this may help to make the
task seem somewhat less daunting, I suspect that for many, it begs the
question, "How do I begin?"</span><br />
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<b><span style="font-family: "calibri"; font-size: 14pt;">1.
Identify the key stakeholders.</span></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: "calibri"; font-size: 14pt;">Inclusion
of people with disabilities is </span><span style="font-family: "calibri"; font-size: 14pt;"><u>not</u> </span><span style="font-family: "calibri"; font-size: 14pt;">a one-person job. While one person can
light a spark, <u>no one person can change the culture of a community alone.</u> Assemble a core group of professionals and lay
people. If you have already assembles a group to focus on DEI/REDI, don't forget about disability in the conversation. Include someone with disabilities or the parent of a child with
disabilities who has a vested interest in the growth of your community. Better yet, include <u>both</u>. </span></div>
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Recognize that inclusion is about changing a culture.</span></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: "calibri"; font-size: 14pt;">Culture change is a process. Recognize that you have embarked on a long-term
endeavor (many refer tot his as generational work) and that the process itself can and will be as significant as the
destination.</span></div>
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a vision</span></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: "calibri"; font-size: 14pt;">While there are
many tools to facilitate the visioning process, most synagogues already have a
Vision Statement. It is critical that the vision of inclusion is in line with the synagogue's vision, and vice versa. Ensure that the synagogue's vision includes a message of inclusion of people with disabilities.</span></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: "calibri"; font-size: 14pt;">4. Set
Goals</span></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: "calibri"; font-size: 14pt;">This is
an opportunity to dream. Do not engage in discussions of what may or may not be
possible at this stage, as you may limit yourself.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "calibri"; font-size: 14pt;"><b><span style="font-family: "calibri"; font-size: 14pt;">5. Identify "low-hanging fruit"</span></b></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "calibri"; font-size: 14pt;">This is about very specific, doable tasks such as adding signage, moving items to be more visible or more easily reached, or other things that might be considered "easy" in your community. Initial success sets the stage to continue the forward momentum. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "calibri"; font-size: 14pt;">Let the congregation at large know about your efforts. Changing a culture requires
<a href="http://jewishspecialneeds.blogspot.com/2017/09/the-secret-key-to-inclusion-is.html" target="_blank">transparency</a> and support; keeping your work a "secret" until a
program, event, or significant change is "ready" can be a mistake. <b>Inclusion is not about
an isolated program, it is about relationships.</b> Invite others into your
conversations.</span></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: "calibri"; font-size: 14pt;">7.
Prioritize Goals</span></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: "calibri"; font-size: 14pt;">Explore other goals from #4 above and discuss what is realistic and possible in the short-term and what must be tabled for a
later point in time. This is most frequently the place where
congregations get stuck. Ideally, you will choose 3-5 goals to act upon,
but if you must choose only one to enable movement forward, do that. </span></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: "calibri"; font-size: 14pt;">8. Get
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<span style="font-family: "calibri"; font-size: 14pt;">If one of
your stakeholders is not a professional in the disability world, this is the
time to explore bringing in a consultant. I'd be thrilled to <a href="https://www.removingthestumblingblock.com/contact" target="_blank">coach your community</a> thorough this process, but there may be other within your own community who can help shape this effort. And if one of your stakeholders does not have
a disability, here is the place to find someone
who can share that perspective. Your goals will help to determine if you
should seek an architect, an educator, a lawyer, etc.</span></div>
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& 10. Reflect and repeat</span></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: "calibri"; font-size: 14pt;">Turn your goal
into action, build in opportunities for assessment and reflection, share your success, and then do it
all again.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "calibri"; font-size: large;">Keep at
it. <b>Inclusion requires intentionality, dedication and perseverance.</b> It is
hard work, but it is work that is important, meaningful and satisfying.</span></h2>
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Lisa Friedmanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10658106679564722646noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8471503781192481921.post-58277985693047525802022-11-16T10:00:00.001-05:002022-11-16T10:00:00.186-05:00Inclusion is a Funny Thing<!--[if gte mso 9]><xml>
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<span class="fblongblurb"><span style="font-family: "garamond"; font-size: x-small;"><i>updated 2022</i></span></span><div><span style="font-family: garamond;"><span style="font-size: 18.6667px;"><br /></span></span><div><span class="fblongblurb" style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: "garamond"; font-size: 14pt;">Inclusion is a funny thing.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>When it is “done right”, it’s not something
to talk about.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>It just is.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Being inclusive means accepting all people
for who they are regardless of their abilities or race or religion or gender or…or…or….<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><span class="fblongblurb"><span style="font-family: "garamond"; font-size: 14pt;">When a community is inclusive, anyone who wants to
participate can, to whatever extent they desire. Period. And there’s no
need for fanfare, no self-congratulatory pats on the back, and no reason to advertise
your accomplishments because you are just a community doing what a community
should do, welcoming everyone.</span></span></b></span></div>
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<span class="fblongblurb" style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: "garamond"; font-size: 14pt;">But inclusion, particularly inclusion of people with
disabilities, is STILL not happening consistently in the Jewish world; at least not
naturally, comfortably, and universally. So it continues to be important that those who are “doing it
well” share so that those who are not there yet can learn and take
those first steps.</span></span></div>
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<span class="fblongblurb" style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: "garamond"; font-size: 14pt;">I am fortunate, and proud, to be part of a <a href="http://jewishspecialneeds.blogspot.com/2015/11/inclusion-is-state-of-mind.html" target="_blank">community that is “doing it well”</a>.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>There are always ways to grow, but we are proud to honestly and truthfully
call ourselves an inclusive community.</span></span></div>
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<span class="fblongblurb"><span style="font-family: "garamond"; font-size: 14pt;"><span style="font-size: large;">Here are just a few of the things that Temple Beth-El in
Hillsborough, New Jersey offers to <u>all</u> of its members:</span></span></span><br />
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<li><span dir="LTR" style="font-size: large;"><span class="fblongblurb"><span style="font-family: "garamond"; font-size: 14pt;">A fully inclusive religious
school. No child is turned away and we work with families individually
to determine appropriate and effective learning goals and strategies. We offer a range of options for students of varying abilities, along with support
and training for our faculty and <i>madrichim </i>(teen assistants).</span></span></span><span dir="LTR" style="font-size: large;"><span class="fblongblurb"><span style="font-family: "garamond"; font-size: 14pt;"> </span></span></span></li>
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<li><span dir="LTR" style="font-size: large;"><span class="fblongblurb"><span style="font-family: "garamond"; font-size: 14pt;">We individualize bar/bat/brit mitzvah
expectations and experiences to meet students' unique needs.</span></span></span></li>
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<li><span dir="LTR" style="font-size: large;"><span class="fblongblurb"><span style="font-family: "garamond"; font-size: 14pt;">Fully inclusive post bar/bat/brit mitzvah experiences; including social events, leadership
opportunities, and overnight experiences.</span></span></span><span dir="LTR" style="font-size: large;"><span class="fblongblurb"><span style="font-family: "garamond"; font-size: 14pt;"> </span></span></span></li>
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<li><span dir="LTR" style="font-size: large;"><span class="fblongblurb"><span style="font-family: "garamond"; font-size: 14pt;">Accessible and inclusive worship. We can
provide large print and Braille <i>siddurim</i>, augmented sound capabilities, a “quiet room” for those who may feel over stimulated.</span></span></span></li>
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<li><span dir="LTR" style="font-size: large;"><span class="fblongblurb"><span style="font-family: "garamond"; font-size: 14pt;">Our building and sanctuary are
accessible, including an elevator in our school wing, a ramp to our <i>bimah,</i>
and an appropriately graded parking lot with accessible parking close to
the main entrance.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span></span></span></span><span dir="LTR" style="font-size: large;"><span class="fblongblurb"><span style="font-family: "garamond"; font-size: 14pt;"> </span></span></span></li>
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<span dir="LTR" style="font-size: large;"><span class="fblongblurb"><span style="font-family: "garamond"; font-size: 14pt;">Someday (hopefully) lists like this will be obsolete. Someday (hopefully) inclusion will just be. </span></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">And while there are many teachers who “buy in,”
recognizing the value of full inclusion, there is still a gap between desire and
skill set. Many continue to shy away from making their classroom a space where learners of a range of abilities truly belong because they believe that they do not have the
expertise needed, and often fear they might “do it wrong” or make too many
mistakes.
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">And while there are no shortcuts for learning and
collaborating with experts both within and <a href="https://jewishspecialneeds.blogspot.com/p/contact.html" target="_blank">outside</a> your school or community, there <b>are</b> lots of simple, inexpensive ways
for individual teachers to make their classrooms more inclusive. (It’s worth
remembering that special education is just good education and these hacks are
great ideas to add to <b><i>any</i></b> teacher's toolbox!)</span></span><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Since we are always #BetterTogether, I asked some
of my inclusion friends and colleagues for their help in coming up with these
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><b>HACK #1:</b> <span class="uficommentbody"><b>Be Welcoming to EVERYONE</b> - (Renay Marquez of </span><a href="http://www.paraeducate.com/" target="_blank">ParaEducate</a><span class="uficommentbody">)</span></span></span></div>
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<li><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span class="uficommentbody">It costs absolutely nothing to say “hi” to 3 different people
(adults or students) who are not a part of your classroom every single day.
Being open and welcoming is at the core of being inclusive.</span></span></span></li>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span class="uficommentbody"> </span><b>HACK #2: Create an
area for class meetings </b>- (Nicole Eredics of <a href="http://www.theinclusiveclass.com/" target="_blank">The Inclusive Class</a>)</span></span></div>
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often sell their samples (the square samples you see on display) at a discount.
Have one for each child, even those who may use a wheelchair and/or cannot sit
on the floor. </span></span></span></li>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><b>HACK #3: </b><span class="uficommentbody"><b>Set up a movement area where it's OK for students to go
when they feel “wiggly” - </b>(Torrie Dunlap of </span><a href="http://www.kitonline.org/" target="_blank">Kids Included Together</a><span class="uficommentbody">)</span></span></span></div>
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yoga mat and put pictures of yoga poses on the wall for students to copy with
their bodies. (A little bit of movement can help all of us refocus our brains!)</span></span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span class="uficommentbody">Another option: <a href="https://jewishspecialneeds.blogspot.com/2018/11/sensory-break-path-designing-right-path.html" target="_blank">Design a sensory path.</a> </span></span></span></li>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif; font-size: large;"><b><span class="uficommentbody">HACK #4: </span>Create </b><span class="uficommentbody"><b>schedules
within schedules</b> - (Tim Villegas of </span><a href="http://www.thinkinclusive.us/" target="_blank">Think Inclusive</a><span class="uficommentbody">)</span></span><br />
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<li><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span class="uficommentbody"><span style="font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-language-override: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-synthesis: weight style; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: normal;"></span></span><span class="uficommentbody">We call them "help boxes". When starting an
activity, list the order and then check items off as you complete them. Helpful
for <u>everyone</u>.</span></span></span></li>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span class="uficommentbody">HACK #5: Give
EVERY student full access to the alphabet - <span style="font-weight: normal;">(Brenda Giourmetakis</span></span><span style="font-weight: normal;">)</span></span></span></h1>
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<li><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span class="uficommentbody"><span style="font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-language-override: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-synthesis: weight style; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: normal;"></span></span><span class="uficommentbody">Life skills include literacy and numeracy. Teachers should
avoid assuming that some students will never read or write. <u>One way to accomplish
this:</u> Have alphabet flip cards available for use by everyone.</span></span></span></li>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><b>HACK #6: Give students
specific jobs to do around the school </b>(Laurie Poppe)</span></span> <br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">
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<li><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span class="uficommentbody"><span style="font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-language-override: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-synthesis: weight style; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: normal;"></span></span><span class="uficommentbody">Another FREE idea, this can help students to avoid
becoming idle and/or restless. This also lets them see the whole school and not
just one classroom.</span></span></span></li>
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<span style="font-size: large;">The Jewish
high holy days require many hours of thoughtful
preparation. It is a time of introspection, even as we work to help prepare others in our families, our congregations, our lives. </span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: large;">And the pandemic changed everything.</span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: large;">Many of us have now experienced two years of "virtual" service experiences. In many spaces, there are now a hybrid of service options available. Yom Kippur, </span><span style="font-size: large;">the most solemn day of the Jewish year, can be complicated. For many it is a day spent in synagogue and/or fasting. Do not get me wrong, I am deeply grateful for the technology that is making it possible to experience worship without gathering. <b>I am just suggesting that we need to give ourselves the space to recognize that this is different than what it once was, and we need to let ourselves feel whatever emotion accompanies that.</b> I think we need to give ourselves permission to experience Yom Kippur in whatever way we need to. </span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: large;">Whatever that is, it's ok. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><u>And an important thought from my wise friend and colleague, Rabbi Ken Carr: </u></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><i>"Fasting on Yom Kippur is a call to a higher level of ethical behavior.
It is a signal to recognize the responsibility we bear to other people.
It is a shofar blast awakening us to our ability to improve the lives of
those who need our help. This true fast is not easy, certainly not as
easy as simply not eating and drinking. If our fasting is easy, then the
fast will not have served its real purpose. So let us not wish each
other a tzom kal, an easy fast; instead, let us wish each other a tzom
tov, a good fast, a productive fast, a meaningful fast that leads us to
action on behalf of those less fortunate than ourselves."</i></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">I wish each of you a <i>tzom tov</i>, a good fast. May this Yom Kippur be a meaningful holiday for those who observe, in whatever way you choose to observe.</span></h2>
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<br /><span style="font-size: large;">Here we are again. We are about to embark on the beginning of yet another Jewish Disability Awareness, Acceptance,
and Inclusion Month; affectionately known by those who love acronyms as JDAIM. There’s a buzz in the Jewish Disability World. Can you feel it? </span><br />
<br />
<span style="font-size: large;">JDAIM is an important opportunity to raise awareness while highlighting the many great
resources and opportunities that already exist within our communities. I always hope that it will lead to the opening of new doors that were once
closed.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">However, I tend to get really put off by congratulatory pats on the back for great
programs and events. If I am honest, JDAIM actually makes me a little </span><a href="http://jewishspecialneeds.blogspot.com/2013/09/sometimes-inclusion-makes-me-nervous.html" style="font-size: x-large;" target="_blank">nervous</a><span style="font-size: large;">.
<b>In a world that still focuses heavily on programs over relationships, I worry
that JDAIM itself becomes the answer for some communities.</b> </span><div><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="font-size: large;">In and of itself, JDAIM is NOT inclusion. </span><b style="font-size: x-large;">No <a href="http://jewishspecialneeds.blogspot.com/2013/03/inclusion-is-not-program.html" target="_blank"><span style="font-weight: normal;">one program</span></a> is inclusion.</b></div><div>
<b> </b> <br />
<span style="font-size: large;">Inclusion is a <a href="http://jewishspecialneeds.blogspot.com/2015/11/inclusion-is-state-of-mind.html" target="_blank">mindset</a>; a way of thinking. It is how we behave
and treat one another. <b>Inclusion is a philosophy that embraces the idea that everyone
has something of value to contribute and that everyone has a right to belong.</b> When
we commit ourselves to making our programs accessible – not just in the
physical sense, but by ensuring that each person’s participation is truly
meaningful – <u>then</u> we can call ourselves inclusive. </span></div><div><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="font-size: large;">And even then, it cannot be about patting ourselves on
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<b><span style="font-family: "georgia"; font-size: 13pt;">There is a distinct lack of curriculum and resources to </span><span style="font-family: "georgia"; font-size: 13pt;"><span style="font-family: "georgia"; font-size: 13pt;">teach disability awareness, </span><span style="font-family: "georgia"; font-size: 13pt;"><span style="font-family: "georgia"; font-size: 13pt;">accessibility,
and inclusion </span> in a Jewish setting</span>. </span></b><br />
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<div class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: "georgia"; font-size: 13pt;">I have experience in developing curriculum for children of all ages. If you are looking to build or enhance your program, <a href="https://www.removingthestumblingblock.com/contact" target="_blank">please be in touch</a>.</span><br />
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<u><span style="font-family: "georgia"; font-size: 13pt;">Here are two existing resources that you might consider:</span></u></div>
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<a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0761457011/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=0761457011&linkCode=as2&tag=jewish0b-20&linkId=63111fce1f0fb1fea0b07397288210ed" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;" target="_blank"><img alt="Cakes and Miracles, A Purim Story; Removing the Stumbling Block" border="0" src="//ws-na.amazon-adsystem.com/widgets/q?_encoding=UTF8&MarketPlace=US&ASIN=0761457011&ServiceVersion=20070822&ID=AsinImage&WS=1&Format=_SL250_&tag=jewish0b-20" title="Cakes and Miracles, A Purim Story" /></a><span style="font-family: "georgia"; font-size: 13pt;"><a href="https://pjlibrary.org/HGF_ResourceCenter/media/LiveResourceLib/Cakes-and-Miracles-JDAM-updated.pdf" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Disability Awareness Book-Based Program</a> - Cakes and Miracles: A Purim Story </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia"; font-size: 13pt;">This
curriculum, supported by PJ Library, was a collaborative effort by educators from four excellent
organizations focused on the inclusion of children with varied abilities in
Jewish day and supplemental schools. <img alt="" border="0" height="1" hidden="" src="//ir-na.amazon-adsystem.com/e/ir?t=jewish0b-20&l=am2&o=1&a=0761457011" style="border: medium none; display: none; margin: 0px;" width="1" /></span></div>
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<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjqcm5vFUzUg6lbwwVjB94h47bkSD6ZseV4XGtPTnGIGZ6qHkdbcjubsK5ISrZYJ6u92ttinurwN3PgAx7i5XXo4MjVDyVuyA4_bka0hrOF4c0AXo7OunNLTWZGYCQIvJsWR-g1jau0QA_U/s1600/Behrman+House+Disability+Awareness+PBL.jpg" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="140" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjqcm5vFUzUg6lbwwVjB94h47bkSD6ZseV4XGtPTnGIGZ6qHkdbcjubsK5ISrZYJ6u92ttinurwN3PgAx7i5XXo4MjVDyVuyA4_bka0hrOF4c0AXo7OunNLTWZGYCQIvJsWR-g1jau0QA_U/s1600/Behrman+House+Disability+Awareness+PBL.jpg" width="200" /></a><span style="font-family: "georgia"; font-size: 13pt;"><a href="http://www.behrmanhouse.com/RL/disability-awareness-a-pbl-project-based-learning-lesson-plan" target="_blank">Disability Awareness: A PBL (Project Based Learning) Lesson Plan</a> </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia"; font-size: 13pt;">Produced
by Behrman House and written by Diane Zimmerman, this is an appropriate lesson for a wide variety of ages. It is designed to
enable students to address the driving question: “How can we help guide our
synagogue in creating a space that is accessible to all and emulates the Jewish
value of <i><span style="font-family: "georgia";">lifnei iver lo titen michshol </span></i>(do
not put a stumbling block before the blind)?” What I like about this lesson is
that it is well grounded in Jewish text and empowers students to drive the
direction of the final product.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span></span></div>
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<u><span style="font-family: "georgia"; font-size: 13pt;">Finally, an important
note:</span></u><span style="font-family: "georgia"; font-size: 13pt;"> <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><b>Inclusion and disability awareness are NOT
the same thing.</b> Teaching a lesson or leading a conversation about
disabilities does not mean you are inclusive.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>It means you have taught about disabilities. It is important in is its
own right, and a valuable component of inclusivity, but quality awareness-raising
is only one aspect of inclusive practice.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "georgia"; font-size: 13pt;"><b><span style="font-family: "georgia"; font-size: 13pt;"><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">It
would be a pleasure to help you design curriculum to be used
effectively in your setting. To request a sample program or to set up a
consultation, <a href="https://www.removingthestumblingblock.com/contact" target="_blank">contact me</a>. </span></span></b></span></div>
Lisa Friedmanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10658106679564722646noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8471503781192481921.post-22363693933818125522021-12-08T09:40:00.000-05:002021-12-08T09:40:06.596-05:00Inclusive Grandparenting - Celebrating ALL Our Grandchildren<div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgphyAannqYcHZ4odRJOMOFrk3wsPnNG_fiSzMTW8iHg_8wBjzou6_ZDy5pXA9zi499D3PIelFvEQkqaZjQmCajthi2CovlZEs8t7JwrNvP4VS9wSmx-xo5iTSYNV7S8URfyWMgJZflWkjz/s940/Inclusive+Jewish+Grandparenting.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="collage of images of grandparents, child blowing a shofar, apples and honey, and an open Torah scroll" border="0" data-original-height="788" data-original-width="940" height="536" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgphyAannqYcHZ4odRJOMOFrk3wsPnNG_fiSzMTW8iHg_8wBjzou6_ZDy5pXA9zi499D3PIelFvEQkqaZjQmCajthi2CovlZEs8t7JwrNvP4VS9wSmx-xo5iTSYNV7S8URfyWMgJZflWkjz/w640-h536/Inclusive+Jewish+Grandparenting.jpg" title="Inclusive Jewish Grandparents" width="640" /></a></div><br /><span style="font-family: trebuchet; font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><span style="font-family: trebuchet; font-size: large;">I recently had the good fortune of presenting a live session with the <a href="https://jewishgrandparentsnetwork.org/" target="_blank">Jewish Grandparents Network</a>. If you are not yet familiar with this organization, I encourage you to get to know them. <a href="https://jewishgrandparentsnetwork.org/the-family-room/" target="_blank">The Family Room</a> is a lovely and growing opportunity to explore ideas and resources to strengthen relationships with grandchildren of all ages.</span><div><span style="font-family: trebuchet; font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="font-family: trebuchet; font-size: large;">I was thrilled to lead a conversation where we explored ways to enrich relationships with grandchildren through the use of inclusive language, deep learning, and active listening. </span></div><div><span style="font-family: trebuchet; font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="font-family: trebuchet; font-size: large;">Framed in the Jewish value of <i>b'tzelem elohim</i> (created in the image of God), we discussed celebrating differences and recognizing the potential of every child. <span style="background-color: white; color: #222222;">It is hard work to honor the spark of God that is in each person we encounter in our lives. </span><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222;">Some people
make this harder to remember than others. They may try our patience or push our buttons; but I believe this is just more incentive to elevate the connection. R</span><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222;">emembering that each of us has a spark of God within us will enrich and
strengthen our relationships and all of our interactions with other people.</span></span></div><div><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="background: white; color: #222222; font-family: trebuchet; font-size: large; line-height: 107%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><a href="https://jewishspecialneeds.blogspot.com/2015/11/inclusion-is-state-of-mind.html" target="_blank">Inclusion is a mindset</a> – not a program or a classroom or an organization
– inclusion is a way of thinking, a way of welcoming and celebrating others, and
a way to ensure that all have the opportunity to experience a sense of belonging.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: trebuchet; font-size: large;">Here are some practical tips for ways you can build more inclusive relationships with grandchildren, both those with and those without, disabilities:</span></p><p class="MsoNormal"></p><ul style="text-align: left;"><li><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: trebuchet; font-size: large; text-indent: -0.25in;">Seek to
understand differences: Take the opportunity to learn all you can. The more you know, the more empowered you will feel to engage in supportive conversation with your children and grandchildren. </span></li><li><span style="font-family: trebuchet; font-size: large;">View
differences as an integral part, but only <u style="color: #222222; text-indent: -0.25in;">one</u><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; text-indent: -0.25in;"> part, of a human being.
Help to teach your grandchildren that different is OK.</span></span></li><li><span style="font-family: trebuchet; font-size: large;">Teach respect, understanding, and dignity to people of all abilities: The best way to
do this is by modeling; it can also be through books, films, or other shared
learning experiences.</span></li><li><span style="font-family: trebuchet; font-size: large;">Speak <u style="color: #222222; text-indent: -0.25in;">to</u><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; text-indent: -0.25in;">
children, not about them.</span></span></li><li><span style="font-family: trebuchet; font-size: large;">Be vulnerable yourself: Sharing your own challenges and limitations can help you
to connect with both your grandchildren and your children and may help to open a deeper dialogue around successes and challenges.</span></li><li><span style="font-family: trebuchet; font-size: large;">Be willing to step in as support: Parenting a child with disabilities is hard work, and your children may appreciate the added support you can offer. Ask them what they need most.</span></li><li><span style="font-family: trebuchet; font-size: large;">Get support for yourself: Grandparenting a child with disabilities may not look like the grandparenting you were expecting. Give yourself the grace and space to accept this as you find ways to create and embrace new expectations.</span></li><li><span style="font-family: trebuchet; font-size: large;">Foster a
sense of belonging by treating each grandchild as a respected and valued member
of the family. Spend one-on-one time with grandchildren, both those with and those without disabilities. Sometimes children without disabilities need extra support or attention as their parents can be overwhelmed by attending to the needs of their sibling.</span></li><li><span style="font-family: trebuchet; font-size: large;">Above all, rejoice in the joy that is grandparenting!</span></li></ul><h3 style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: trebuchet; font-size: large;"><br /></span><span style="font-family: trebuchet; font-size: large;">Sign up here so you never miss a post from Removing the Stumbling Block:
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is a critical component to helping children develop a healthy self-image. </span></b></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: trebuchet; font-size: large;"><span style="background: white; letter-spacing: 0.3pt;">It’s important
for children to experience books that provide mirrors (books where children can
identify with the characters) and windows (books where the children can see
into the lives of those that are different from them).</span> <o:p></o:p></span></p><p><span style="font-family: trebuchet; font-size: large;">There are a lot of great secular books with disabled characters for children of all ages and reading abilities. Here is a long list that I continue to update: <a href="https://docs.google.com/document/d/177tSPl97P05fm1qfi2W8T9nGG9m3ruP9JCH0w2saJRE/edit?usp=sharing" target="_blank">Disability Inclusion Book List</a></span></p><p><span style="font-family: trebuchet; font-size: large;">It can be harder to find good Jewish-themed children's books with disabled characters, but the list is growing. Here are a few really good ones to add to your library:</span></p><p><span style="font-family: trebuchet; font-size: large;"><br /></span></p><p><a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0385371187/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=0385371187&linkCode=as2&tag=jewish0b-20&linkId=ce0b99548a3d4d06b72ba7ce46801449" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;" target="_blank"><span style="font-size: large;"><img border="0" height="166" src="//ws-na.amazon-adsystem.com/widgets/q?_encoding=UTF8&MarketPlace=US&ASIN=0385371187&ServiceVersion=20070822&ID=AsinImage&WS=1&Format=_SL110_&tag=jewish0b-20" width="134" /></span></a><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: trebuchet;"><a href="https://amzn.to/3D0A7rw" target="_blank">The Mitten String</a> by Jennifer Rosner "</span><span style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: trebuchet;">When her family invites a deaf woman and her baby to stay, Ruthie, a talented knitter of mittens, wonders how the mother will know if her child wakes in the night. The surprising answer inspires Ruthie to knit a special gift that offers great comfort to mother and baby—and to Ruthie herself. </span><span style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: trebuchet;">With language and imagery reminiscent of stories told long ago, this modern Jewish folktale will resonate with those who love crafts, anyone who’s encountered someone with physical differences—and with everyone who has ever lost a mitten in the depths of winter."</span></span></p><p><span style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: trebuchet; font-size: large;"><br /></span></p><p><a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00MVDRO6W/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=B00MVDRO6W&linkCode=as2&tag=jewish0b-20&linkId=c5d10fec34ee96b2d5aa713248bc2026" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;" target="_blank"><span style="font-family: trebuchet; font-size: large;"><img border="0" height="154" src="//ws-na.amazon-adsystem.com/widgets/q?_encoding=UTF8&MarketPlace=US&ASIN=B00MVDRO6W&ServiceVersion=20070822&ID=AsinImage&WS=1&Format=_SL110_&tag=jewish0b-20" width="146" /></span></a><span style="font-family: trebuchet; font-size: large;"><a href="https://amzn.to/3sB1TWI" target="_blank">Nathan Blows out the Hanukkah Candles</a> by Tami Lehman-Wilzig "<span style="background-color: white; color: #333333;">Jacob loves his autistic brother, Nathan, but when Hanukkah comes, Jacob worries that Nathan might embarrass him in front of his new friend. What if Nathan blows out the Hanukkah candles?!"</span></span></p><p><span style="font-family: trebuchet;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-size: large;"><br /></span></span></p><p><a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0761457011/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=0761457011&linkCode=as2&tag=jewish0b-20&linkId=144b6bb94b42f85205b207b92295f108" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;" target="_blank"><span style="font-family: trebuchet; font-size: large;"><img border="0" height="164" src="//ws-na.amazon-adsystem.com/widgets/q?_encoding=UTF8&MarketPlace=US&ASIN=0761457011&ServiceVersion=20070822&ID=AsinImage&WS=1&Format=_SL110_&tag=jewish0b-20" width="209" /></span></a><span style="font-family: trebuchet; font-size: large;"><a href="https://amzn.to/2WfAwp2" target="_blank">Cakes and Miracles</a>
by Barbara Diamond Goldin "<span style="background-color: white; color: #333333;">Purim is approaching and Hershel, the only blind boy in the village, wishes he could help his mother prepare hamantashen for the holiday. </span><i style="background-color: white; color: #333333;">If only I could see</i><span style="background-color: white; color: #333333;">, he thinks, </span><i style="background-color: white; color: #333333;">I could help my mother more.</i><span style="background-color: white; color: #333333;"> That night, Hershel dreams of a winged angel descending a sparkling ladder. She says, </span><i style="background-color: white; color: #333333;">"Make what you see. You see when you close your eyes. You see in your dreams."</i><span style="background-color: white; color: #333333;"> With new courage, Hershel learns to trust his dream and creates something more beautiful than anyone in the whole village can imagine."</span></span></p><p><span style="font-family: trebuchet;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-size: large;"><br /></span></span></p><p><span style="font-family: trebuchet; font-size: large;"><a href="https://pjlibrary.org/books/sign-language-shabbat/if00864" target="_blank"></a></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: trebuchet; font-size: large;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg06wzB550g97B07N4rUC7aXId5xpKkD8mwXVsc_v872M7rLck8z_eFaCHiEBDJdMRPov4gsjktv6awqVI3MHa1gP8fhjCbyvgO4gSEpovB6rkw6IjO68LXV4INURnNjINvgNteV1wMVTEQ/" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2044" height="176" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg06wzB550g97B07N4rUC7aXId5xpKkD8mwXVsc_v872M7rLck8z_eFaCHiEBDJdMRPov4gsjktv6awqVI3MHa1gP8fhjCbyvgO4gSEpovB6rkw6IjO68LXV4INURnNjINvgNteV1wMVTEQ/w176-h176/image.png" width="176" /></a></span></div><span style="font-family: trebuchet; font-size: large;">Sign Language Shabbat by Alisa Greenbacher & Jennifer Rosner "<span style="background-color: white; color: #152646; letter-spacing: 0.2px;">The children in this book sign words for things people do on Shabbat, such as eat challah, drink wine or grape juice, sing Shabbat songs, and (of course!) read books. Shabbat Shalom!"</span></span><p></p><p><span style="font-family: trebuchet; font-size: large;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #152646; letter-spacing: 0.2px;"><br /></span></span></p><h2 style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: trebuchet; font-size: large;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #152646; letter-spacing: 0.2px;">I'd love to add to my list. Please share your suggestions!</span></span></h2><div class="MsoNormal"><i><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></i></div><div class="MsoNormal"><i><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></i></div><div class="MsoNormal"><i><span style="font-size: large;">Sign up here so you never miss a post from Removing the Stumbling Block:</span></i></div><div id="mc_embed_signup"><form action="https://blogspot.us13.list-manage.com/subscribe/post?u=d768d6745dbcb93da8d0f443c&id=73920a7c9b" class="validate" id="mc-embedded-subscribe-form" method="post" name="mc-embedded-subscribe-form" novalidate="" target="_blank"><div id="mc_embed_signup_scroll"><i><span style="font-family: "georgia"; font-size: 13pt;"><b><input class="email" id="mce-EMAIL" name="EMAIL" required="" type="email" value="" /><!--real people should not fill this in and expect good things - do not remove this or risk form bot signups--></b></span></i><br /><div aria-hidden="true" style="left: -5000px; position: absolute;"><i><span style="font-family: "georgia"; font-size: 13pt;"><b><input name="b_d768d6745dbcb93da8d0f443c_73920a7c9b" tabindex="-1" type="text" value="" /></b></span></i></div><div class="clear"><i><span style="font-family: "georgia"; font-size: 13pt;"><b><input class="button" id="mc-embedded-subscribe" name="subscribe" type="submit" value="Subscribe" /></b></span></i></div></div></form></div>Lisa Friedmanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10658106679564722646noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8471503781192481921.post-36351796214469981532020-12-21T12:00:00.000-05:002020-12-21T12:00:02.607-05:00We Have To Teach So We Can Employ<!--[if gte mso 9]><xml>
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<span style="font-size: large;">People with disabilities are underemployed. Many individuals who want to work and contribute to the economy cannot because they are often not considered for positions as a result of their disability. We are turning away many capable employees.</span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: large;">Jewish professionals (educators, rabbis, cantors, youth
directors, camp professionals, etc.) feel great pride when “one of their own”
goes on to a career in the Jewish world. I know that I am thrilled when “kids”
we have raised in our congregation come back to teach in our religious school.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>And when asked, most Jewish
professionals will cite meaningful Jewish experiences such as camp, trips to
Israel, or youth group participation as well as specific relationships that they
formed with “their” rabbi, educator, or youth director as the reason why they
pursued a Jewish professional life.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">I continue to feel deep pride that we are, at <a href="https://www.ourbethel.org/" target="_blank">my synagogue</a>, giving <u>all</u> children and teens the opportunity to have those
experiences and build those relationships.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">However, we are remiss if we do not take it beyond school.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> O</span></span><span style="font-size: large;">nly 25 percent of people with disabilities are meaningfully
employed. It is unacceptable t</span><span style="font-size: large;">hat individuals who are otherwise capable, qualified, and
eager to work are denied opportunity based solely on disability. We must do better.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Thankfully, there are a few gems that are on a mission to change this trend. If you do not know about <a href="https://www.bittyandbeauscoffee.com/" target="_blank">Bitty & Beau's Coffee</a> or <a href="https://www.nolimitscafe.org/" target="_blank">No Limits Cafe</a>, you should. These companies are showing the world how to meaningfully celebrate the skills and talents that everyone can bring into the work force. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">School is important; a critical starting point, <u>and</u> we have to take it beyond grade school. </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large; font-weight: bold;">Our colleges and graduate programs must </span><i style="font-size: x-large; font-weight: bold;">teach </i><span style="font-size: large; font-weight: bold;">accessibility and inclusion while </span><i style="font-size: x-large; font-weight: bold;">being</i><span style="font-size: large;"><b> accessible and inclusive. </b></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span><span style="font-size: large;">Are
we then equipped to make Jewish professional life a reality?<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> To truly call ourselves inclusive w</span></span><span style="font-size: large;">e must find the way to go beyond accessible and inclusive Jewish education and programming for children to supporting all aspects of Jewish life. </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: x-large;">Does your community offer accessible jobs
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<span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span><div><span style="font-size: large;">Inclusion takes intentional planning and hard work. Especially now in the time of remote and hybrid learning experiences. Even the
most seasoned educators are figuring out a new way of teaching and will make mistakes from time to time. It is not a time to be critical of ourselves or others. Rather, the key is to recognize
that mistakes will happen. Our goal is to accept responsibility and grow in
the process.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Here are what I believe to be the ten most common inclusion
mistakes:</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="mso-list: Ignore;"><b>1.</b><span style="font-family: times new roman;"> </span></span><span dir="LTR"><b>Not devoting enough time for planning</b></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Most teachers will agree; there are just not enough hours in
the day to do it all. Yet successful inclusion requires intentional planning.
It can not be accomplished by short-cut. Each of us is guilty of rushing
from time to time, but to be committed to inclusion means to devote the
necessary time to <a href="https://jewishspecialneeds.blogspot.com/2016/07/abcs-of-inclusion-p-is-to-prepare.html" target="_blank">appropriate planning</a>.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="mso-list: Ignore;"><b>2.</b><span style="font-family: times new roman;"> </span></span><span dir="LTR"><b>Going it alone</b></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Jumping off from number one above, inclusion is at its best
when teachers plan intentionally AND collaborate. There is <a href="https://jewishspecialneeds.blogspot.com/2014/09/blogelul-19-ask-there-is-no-shame-in.html" target="_blank">no shame in asking for help</a>; ever. Despite this, many teachers feel that asking for support or
assistance is a sign of weakness or lack of competence. Many teachers also
believe that they have do it themselves if they want it done right. Letting go
of some of the control and working in <a href="https://jewishspecialneeds.blogspot.com/2016/04/the-abcs-of-inclusion-collaborate.html" target="_blank">collaboration</a> with others is not only
acceptable, it is critical for successful inclusion.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">When we find strategies that work, it’s easy to assume that those
same strategies will continue to work. However, the truth is that many
students, particularly those with disabilities, require different strategies across
different learning situations.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Educators
must have a “bag of tricks”, but consistently pulling the same trick out of
your bag will prove unsuccessful.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="mso-list: Ignore;"><b>4.</b><span style="font-family: times new roman;"> </span></span><span dir="LTR"><b>Assuming that accommodating is the same as inclusion</b></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Making accommodations is necessary to ensure that the needs
of all students are met. However, simply adapting or adjusting lessons is not
inclusion. Inclusion is about belonging. It is about every student being fully
integrated into the life of the classroom. Making accommodations is an integral
part of the process, but it is <a href="https://jewishspecialneeds.blogspot.com/2015/09/accommodating-isnt-same-as-inclusion.html" target="_blank">not sufficient in and of itself</a>. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="mso-list: Ignore;"><b>5.</b><span style="font-family: times new roman;"> </span></span><span dir="LTR"><b>Believing that group work is the same as differentiating instruction
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<span style="font-size: large;"><a href="https://jewishspecialneeds.blogspot.com/2016/04/abcs-of-inclusion-differentiate-learning.html" target="_blank">Differentiating instruction</a> is a methodology <span style="mso-bidi-language: HE; mso-fareast-font-family: "MS Mincho"; mso-fareast-language: JA;">which enables students to progress at their own pace via activities that
are developmentally appropriate</span>. It exposes all students to a vast array
of learning opportunities and experiences. Simply assigning students to work in
groups is not an effective form of differentiation. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="mso-list: Ignore;"><b>6.</b><span style="font-family: times new roman;"> </span></span><span dir="LTR"><b>Thinking that fairness in the classroom is best accomplished by
equality.</b></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><a href="http://jewishspecialneeds.blogspot.com/2013/07/fair-isnt-equal.html">Fair
is not equal.</a> Fairness is when everyone gets what he or she needs to be
successful. <span style="mso-bidi-language: HE; mso-fareast-font-family: "MS Mincho"; mso-fareast-language: JA;">Students should not be compared to one another or to
an arbitrary level of expectation. All students should be working toward
progress from their own current level of functioning.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="mso-list: Ignore;"><b>7.</b><span style="font-family: times new roman;"> </span></span><span dir="LTR"><b>Not having an inclusive school community despite highly successful
special education programs </b></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">This one is hard for teachers to control on their own, but
ignoring it altogether will not move a community forward. Advocates for
inclusion must raise their voices at every opportunity and support those who
have yet to fully embrace the value of inclusion.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Special education teachers have a unique
vantage point in a school community and can help colleagues and school leaders learn
to advance their inclusive practices. It may not be part of your “classroom
work”, but it is absolutely a part of the job.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="mso-list: Ignore;"><b>8.</b><span style="font-family: times new roman;"> </span></span><span dir="LTR"><b>Underestimating a student</b></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">We have all done it; been wonderfully surprised when a
student accomplishes something we never expected. We do not mean to
underestimate our students, but sometimes we haven’t yet seen what he/she is
capable of achieving. It is essential for us to always push our students to
their highest potential, even if that potential has yet to be fully discovered. This is what it means to <a href="https://jewishspecialneeds.blogspot.com/2016/05/abcs-of-inclusion-expect-competence.html" target="_blank">expect competence</a>.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="mso-list: Ignore;"><b>9.</b><span style="font-family: times new roman;"> </span></span><span dir="LTR"><b>Not practicing what you preach</b></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Do you teach special education, but justify parking in a
handicapped spot because “you are just running in for a minute”? Do you
advocate for school inclusion, but then allow your own child to exclude another
child in her class with disabilities from her birthday party? We need to work toward a place where we are as
inclusive in our personal lives as we are in our professional ones. It’s
important to be consistent models for our peers and our children, not just in
formal situations, but in day-to-day life choices and experiences.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="mso-list: Ignore;"><b>10.</b><span style="font-family: times new roman;"> </span></span><span dir="LTR"><b>Reinventing the wheel</b></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Educators too often recreate materials and/or lessons that
have already been successfully developed and utilized. Collaborating, sharing
resources, and taking the time to find a proven differentiated lesson will pay
off later as you free up more time to devote to student’s individual needs and
issues.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">None of these mistakes make you a bad teacher! Rather,
recognizing our natural human tendencies and our own limitations will enable us
to grow both personally and professionally.</span></div>
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<span><div><span style="font-size: x-small;"><i><br /></i></span></div><div><span style="font-size: x-small;"><i>updated Oct. 2020</i></span></div><span style="font-size: large;"><div><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="font-size: large;">While all of our programs, classrooms, and worship
opportunities should be inclusive, </span><a href="http://jewishspecialneeds.blogspot.com/2013/03/inclusion-is-not-program.html" target="_blank">inclusion itself is not a program</a><span style="font-size: large;">. It’s not a
one-time workshop or training session. Inclusion is an attitude, it is
something that is just naturally woven into the fabric of what we do. </span><b>At
least it should be.</b></div></span></span>
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<span style="font-size: large;">I was reminded of something significant that I have
learned from one of my mentors in the world of Jewish Disability Awareness and
Inclusion. Rabbi Lynne Landsberg <i>z"l (of blessed memory)</i>, taught that "Inclusion is NOT social
action." And yet, all too often, congregations do not know where to
"put" their conversations (if they are even having them!) about
inclusion, so they fit them under the umbrella of social action. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b>There is a distinct problem with this. </b></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">By definition, social action stems from the concept of <i>tikkun
olam</i>, repairing the world. There is no doubt that we all need to work
together to bring real and lasting change to our world, particularly around the
conversation of inclusion. But typically, in congregational life, social action
is the term we use to describe "projects" that benefit others.
<b>We do not "do"
inclusion "for" people with disabilities. Rather, it is incumbent
upon us to figure out how everything we would have done anyway, can be
inclusive. <i>See the difference??</i></b></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Preparing food for your local shelter = social action.</span></div>
<span style="font-size: large;">Planting a garden as a sustainable food source = social
action.</span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span>
<span style="font-size: large;">Inviting residents of a local group home to Shabbat dinner,
NOT social action.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Hosting a bake sale to raise money for Special Olympics = social action.</span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;">Attending the Special Olympics to cheer for a member of your congregation, NOT social action.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Thinking of inclusion as a function of your social action
committee perpetuates stereotypes and devalues the significance of any effort
you might otherwise bring forward.</span></div>
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<h2><span style="font-size: large;">Please, have the conversations.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Invite individuals with disabilities to
be a part of those conversations.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>And
then maybe you can all plan a social action event together.</span></h2>
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<i>I appreciate that the editors at <a href="http://www.thinkingautismguide.com/2013/04/inclusion-is-not-social-action.html" target="_blank">Thinking Person's Guide to Autism</a> cross-posted this article. </i>
Lisa Friedmanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10658106679564722646noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8471503781192481921.post-80569337737319622032020-07-26T10:40:00.001-04:002023-03-06T09:29:52.289-05:00Celebrating ADA and Creating an Inclusive Jewish Community - We Are Not There Yet<!--[if gte mso 9]><xml>
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<span face="Trebuchet MS, sans-serif" style="font-size: large;">As we mark the <a href="https://www.aapd.com/ada30/" target="_blank">30th anniversary of the ADA</a> (Americans with Disabilities Act) we can joyfully celebrate the many accomplishments to date as we think deeply about the work that still lies ahead. A moving resource is the ADA Legacy
Project's "Because of the ADA I..." campaign, which
offers a collection of inspirational quotes and stories made possible by this groundbreaking legislation. </span><br />
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conduct <a href="https://www.removingthestumblingblock.com/services" target="_blank">professional workshops and training sessions</a> for Jewish leaders seeking to
become more inclusive, I typically begin by asking them to share their
definition of inclusion. (There are fun & catchy ways to do this including using the prompt <a href="http://jewishspecialneeds.blogspot.com/2015/02/define-inclusion-in-three-words-or-less.html">define
inclusion in three words or less</a>.) The reason for this set-induction is
two-fold; first, it focuses participants on the task at hand and second, it
helps participants to recognize, up front, that <b>there is no universal
definition of inclusion.</b></span>
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<span face="Trebuchet MS, sans-serif" style="font-size: large;">You may
be wondering why that matters. No universal definition or standard of inclusion
means that individual organizations and school districts must <span style="color: black;">figure out for themselves what inclusion means and how it might
best be accomplished in their setting. </span>The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) guarantees that
people with disabilities have the same opportunities as everyone else to enjoy
employment opportunities, to purchase goods and services, and to participate in state and local government programs and services. The Individuals with
Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) governs how states and public agencies
provide early intervention, special education, and related services to infants,
toddlers, children, and youth with disabilities. Both of these laws prohibit
discrimination. Both laws describe appropriate accommodations. <b>But neither
actually defines or explains what it means to be inclusive.</b> As a result, there
is tremendous variation from state to state and district to district. </span></div>
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<span face="Trebuchet MS, sans-serif" style="font-size: large;">It gets even
more complicated for us in the Jewish world. As privately run religious institutions
we are not bound by the ADA or IDEA. There are no legal mandates requiring us to
make accommodations for and/or offer inclusive opportunities for people with
disabilities and their families. Advocates of an inclusive Jewish world know
that the inclusion of Jews of all abilities is the right, moral, and just thing
to do. We know that we must look past legal mandates and turn, instead, to our
own Jewish teachings and sensibilities to guide us to do what is right. But
without laws or specific mandates, many Jewish leaders find themselves without the proper
support and guidance to make inclusion a reality.</span></div>
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<span face="Trebuchet MS, sans-serif" style="color: black; font-size: large;">Questions I am frequently asked include: How do we start?
What do we do? How can we
seek to bring more people into our community if we can’t accommodate their
needs once they are there? Why is it that some people feel inclusion means
everyone all together all the time while others prefer a balance of separate
and inclusive opportunities? How do we choose what is right and what is <b>really</b>
inclusive?</span></div>
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<span face="Trebuchet MS, sans-serif" style="color: black; font-size: large;">A powerful exercise to move the conversation forward can be to explore what inclusion is NOT. Jewish leaders can make strides toward a more
inclusive culture when they avoid common pitfalls and assumptions:</span></div>
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<span face="Trebuchet MS, sans-serif" style="color: black; font-size: large;">Inclusion is NOT saying that you welcome everyone – plastering it
on websites and brochures - and then having meetings, programs, or events where the
same core group attends and sticks together while others are left outside that
“inner circle”.</span></div>
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<span face="Trebuchet MS, sans-serif" style="color: black; font-size: large;">Inclusion is NOT an event or a program where you invite people
with disabilities to share their experiences. (That can be a really meaningful
experience for everyone, by the way – it’s just not inclusion in and of itself.)</span><br />
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<span face="Trebuchet MS, sans-serif" style="color: black; font-size: large;">Inclusion is NOT a favor you do for someone.</span><br />
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<span face="Trebuchet MS, sans-serif" style="color: black; font-size: large;"><a href="http://jewishspecialneeds.blogspot.com/2013/03/inclusion-is-not-social-action.html">Inclusion
is NOT a social action project</a> or something your social action committee is
“in charge of handling”. Inclusion, when it is part of the culture of a
community, offers everyone an opportunity to participate in a wide variety of
meaningful experiences. </span></div>
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<span face="Trebuchet MS, sans-serif" style="color: black; font-size: large;">Inclusion is NOT a place or a person – it’s not a classroom, a
quiet room, the inclusion teacher, the inclusion specialist. Inclusion is who
we are and what we do. It can’t be an after-thought or a last minute
accommodation when someone with a disability “shows up”.</span></div>
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<span face="Trebuchet MS, sans-serif" style="color: black; font-size: large;">Inclusion is NOT accidentally sending the message to be thankful that
you are “whole”. This is the “I’m so lucky I don’t have (fill-in-the-blank)”
concept which conveys a message of pity rather than a celebration of the gifts
each person has to offer.</span></div>
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mandates or not.<span style="font-weight: normal;"> It is incumbent upon each organization to develop an
understanding of inclusion and work toward creating a vibrant community that
includes and supports everyone. <a href="https://www.removingthestumblingblock.com/contact" target="_blank">I'd love to help your community on its journey.</a></span></span></span></h2>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b>Open and supportive communication with parents is essential for a successful school experience for any child. </b><br /></span><br /><span style="font-size: large;">We must forge partnerships between home and school, parents and educators. Parents need more support than they ever did before, and I expect most would welcome the expertise and guidance of caring, thoughtful educators.</span><div class="MsoNormal">
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<span style="font-size: large;">Here are key points that I feel can help to build the
foundation for meaningful, supportive, and productive relationships with
parents:</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b>It’s all about relationships:</b></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Strong relationships are built on <a href="https://jewishspecialneeds.blogspot.com/2016/08/abcs-of-inclusion-t-is-to-trust.html" target="_blank">trust</a>.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> P</span>arents need to trust that we are really here to support their children and that we really want to take this journey with them.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>All the more so for families of children with disabilities. The work that we do in synagogues (and all faith communities) and synagogue schools (really, all schools) is relationship-based.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Building strong, lasting
relationships is the key to successful experiences across all experiences and all platforms. That does not change when we cannot be together in person; and in many ways it becomes even more important.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b>Say YES:</b></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Parents of children with disabilities can spend many hours
of their days in “battle”.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>They often struggle
with doctors, insurance agents, therapists, and so
on.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>When joining a faith community,
what I believe families most want is to find a place where they don’t have to fight,
where they can be accepted as they are, and where their family can find respite and rejuvenation. It seems
logical that they should be able find this in a synagogue community.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>The most significant thing that synagogue
professionals can say to parents and family members of those with special needs
or disabilities is, “Yes, we can meet “Jonah’s” needs…now help me understand
how to do that.”<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Or “Yes, of course your
family can worship here and be a part of our community…please help me
understand how we can make that possible for you.”<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I am not suggesting that every request can
and will be met with “yes”, but we have to start by opening the conversation and
building the relationship, so that if there are things that are not possible, we
can speak about them openly and honestly.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>When we start with yes, we rely on our trusting relationships to guide
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b>Parents of children with disabilities need to grieve:</b></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">When parents learn of a child’s disability, they need to
grieve…not for the child, but for the idea of what they thought parenting would
be.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>They process through the
grief of what they may not be able to have, while coming to terms and learning to celebrate the new
reality of what they can have.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>This is
not easy.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">But isn’t this the very nature
of the work of a religious community?<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Aren’t we in the business of pastoral care?<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> W</span>hen a child significantly struggles in religious school, parents may be
pushed back into the grief cycle, this time wondering if they will have to give
up on their idea of bar/bat mitzvah (or any other significant life cycle event). </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b>When educators focus on a student’s
limitations, they may inadvertently put a family back into a stance of
defensiveness. </b>I am not
suggesting that we don’t discuss a child’s limitations, but rather that we
need to do this in the context of supporting relationships that begin with
“yes”.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>When we honor the process
for each individual child and family, we develop the trusting and lasting relationships that will help to guide us.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span></span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"><br /></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif; font-size: large;">I was recently invited to be one of 24 Educators asked to share a response to the following question: </span><span style="color: #333333; font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;"><b>What are the three key tips for adapting your traditional way of teaching to online classrooms? </b></span><i style="color: #333333; font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;">(<a href="https://mytechclassroom.com/traditional-vs-online-classes/" target="_blank">Click here</a> to read the full article)</i><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif; font-size: large;">As the Education Director of a synagogue in Central New Jersey, a significant part of my job is running a supplemental religious school for children in PK-12. Students meet once or twice a week to learn Jewish values, holidays, history, culture, and Hebrew language. We run immersive overnight experiences for teens in grades 6-12 and offer many informal experiences for children and their families. One of the most critical features of our experiences is community building. When suddenly faced with closing our building and no longer being able to gather for school, Shabbat services, programs, etc., we realized that we had to pivot to support our families. Over these past weeks we have transitioned to online experiences for students and families in all grades. I hope our experiences can help you shape your own in more meaningful ways:</span></div>
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<li style="box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0.7em 0px; padding-left: 24px; position: relative; text-decoration-skip-ink: none;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif; font-size: large;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box; font-weight: bolder; text-decoration-skip-ink: none;">Maintaining vs. Advancing. </span>We are working to make sure that during this highly disruptive time in our students’ and families’ lives that we are offering some consistency and helping students to maintain levels of knowledge. We are not state mandated nor do we have specific guidelines to which we must adhere. We are doing our best to continue our curriculum in modified ways, knowing that students will pick back up in the Fall when we can (hopefully) be together in person again.</span></li>
<li style="box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0.7em 0px; padding-left: 24px; position: relative; text-decoration-skip-ink: none;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif; font-size: large;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box; font-weight: bolder; text-decoration-skip-ink: none;">Social Emotional Learning</span>. We have long had a focus on social emotional learning. This year, we dove deeper with professional development and a new project across all grades that weaves SEL together with Jewish values. We have been able to maintain this from a distance and it is offering our children a chance to talk about what they are feeling and experiencing in a safe space. They are sharing with us how much they appreciate talking about how they are feeling and recognizing that others are feeling the same way.</span></li>
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Lisa Friedmanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10658106679564722646noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8471503781192481921.post-60201980861256055122020-04-18T10:49:00.000-04:002020-04-18T10:49:52.423-04:00Inclusion Still Matters - Why I Continue to go to the Supermarket Once a Week During a Pandemic<br />
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-size: large;">Let me be clear: Never
in my adult life did I expect that going to the supermarket would become the
most stressful part of my week. <o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Amidst the international crisis of the COVID-19 pandemic,
the simple, mundane tasks many of us take for granted have changed drastically.
Even before the pandemic, weekly grocery shopping was a chore, and certainly
not something I looked forward to doing. But, admittedly, I took it for
granted. I would try to find some coupons, and would read the weekly sale
circular, yet I bought whatever I wanted, knowing there would be a multitude of
choices. Occasionally a sale item sold out, but that was pretty rare, and
finding what I wanted was never hard. The most stressful part of my grocery store
was the narrow aisles and the other shoppers who had little to no regard for
those around them. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-size: large;">I’d go back to that
level of stress in a heartbeat.</span></b></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Now, being out at all is anxiety-provoking. Being around
others who may be disregarding CDC recommendations is frustrating. But most of
all, it is unbelievably stressful to wonder what items will or won’t be
available and to somehow find enough to feed a house that will continue to be
full all day every day, for each and every meal and snack.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">But before you rush to tell me how I might avoid this stress
by ordering online or tell me all the reasons why I should stop going amidst
the stay at home orders, let me tell you the reasons why I continue to make a
weekly trip to my local grocery store:<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">I go because I can.</b>
When thinking about my lifestyle and the advantages I enjoy, never did I expect
to consider my ability to grocery shop a privilege. But here we are. And it is.
I am in my 40’s with no pre-existing health issues. I am not in a high risk
category for contracting or developing complications from COVID-19 and I am not
caring for anyone in my home who is high risk. My Facebook feed is full of
people complaining about how difficult it is to get a grocery delivery slot
from one of the online providers such as Instacart or Peapod. And I truly appreciate
how many people have made the choice to stay home completely and have groceries
delivered. This certainly puts less stress on the system and will definitely
reduce the spread of the virus. However, I can’t help but think about those
with disabilities or those who care for people with disabilities, who are either
physically unable to go to a supermarket or can’t risk being exposed. <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">I wish there was a feature of these online
delivery systems to prioritize those who can’t go out over those who do
not want to go out.</b> Trust me, I do not want to go out. I do not want to
shop right now. However, I will not set an alarm to wake up at one in the
morning to get online and try to grab the last remaining delivery time from a service
that might otherwise benefit someone who needs it more than I do. So, I go to
the supermarket because I can.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgcPGeN7LzKy8GOPE8nYmosV6Mc-hJswalTriTRe23jDgI1iRPwL79ZTt2a4GlI6vVNOhlSZ6ctkzlCEMNf0KdN8kXVt8MFbDaU1ZkrbJ87PorW6DuVFh5_5JbDpYQ8VR_2QyaM-IAV6BBr/s1600/supermarket+empty.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="789" data-original-width="940" height="268" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgcPGeN7LzKy8GOPE8nYmosV6Mc-hJswalTriTRe23jDgI1iRPwL79ZTt2a4GlI6vVNOhlSZ6ctkzlCEMNf0KdN8kXVt8MFbDaU1ZkrbJ87PorW6DuVFh5_5JbDpYQ8VR_2QyaM-IAV6BBr/s320/supermarket+empty.jpg" width="320" /></a><span style="font-size: large;"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">I do not hoard food
and basic household supplies.</b> Sure, like many who live in suburban areas I
buy in bulk and double up when there is a good sale, but I do not have a supply
of anything in my house that could last me into next year. In a time like this,
my shopping habits are tested. The roulette game of what I will or will not be
able to find is real. It is SO tempting to buy more than what I need just
because it is there. But I force myself to think about who else needs what I
need, and recognize that I will be ok. If you would have told me that in 2020
it would have been close to impossible to buy toilet paper or cleaning products
and that stores would have imposed “one per customer” rules to purchasing
chicken, I would have laughed at the absurdity and called it a first world
problem. And it is. I am not making light of what we are experiencing. <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">The trauma of this situation is real, for
all of us. But it could always be worse, and I know that I am fortunate</b>. So
I will not hoard food and basic household supplies.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">Inclusion still
matters.</b> My supermarket employs people with disabilities. And while most of
them are currently at home as they are at higher risk during this crisis, I
want to be sure these jobs are preserved when we make it to the other side of
this crisis (and we will!). Like many, I am worried for the state of our
economy. Jobs are more likely to go to out-of-work primary wage earners and
other able-bodied employees before those with disabilities. That trend exists
in a healthy economy, so it will be even worse in a recession. I will continue
to support my local grocery store as I hope that their hiring practices will
resume as we find our way to a “new normal.”<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Stay safe, stay healthy. This too shall pass.</span><o:p></o:p></div>
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Lisa Friedmanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10658106679564722646noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8471503781192481921.post-26715609815963774862020-03-31T09:30:00.001-04:002023-03-06T09:45:15.824-05:00Engaging Children with Disabilities at a Virtual Passover Seder<div class="MsoNormal" style="clear: right; float: right; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;">
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<span style="font-size: large;">Passover is the most celebrated Jewish holiday and
celebrations take place in the home, around the table, typically with many
members of extended families joining together. A Passover seder is meant to be
a lively, interactive experience that engages participants of every age and
ability level. This year, families are seeking to replace their large
gatherings with virtual seders. While some Jews have been incorporating virtual
aspects for many years, more observant Jews have been <a href="https://www.timesofisrael.com/sephardic-orthodox-rabbis-say-passover-seder-can-be-held-via-videoconference/" target="_blank">granted this opportunity</a> in light of the current Coronavirus crisis.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">However, the move to virtual seders makes it more important
than ever to be intentional in engaging children, especially those with
disabilities. Here are some ideas to fully engage everyone at your virtual
Passover seder:</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Create an afikomen bag together. (The afikomen is the piece
of middle matzah hidden during the seder for children to find). Here are two
simple versions of this craft: </span><o:p></o:p></div>
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sides together, and sew along the side and bottom to make a pouch<o:p></o:p></span></span></li>
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are on the outside<o:p></o:p></span></span></li>
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fold into a loop, and sew to the middle of the open edges at the top of
the bag.<o:p></o:p></span></span></li>
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the other side of the bag. The ribbon can be looped over the button to
close the bag.<o:p></o:p></span></li>
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plastic bag</a><o:p></o:p></span></span></li>
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cover the outside of the bag<o:p></o:p></span></span></li>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Make stick figure puppets of the Passover story characters. <a href="https://withloveima.com/passover-story-character-puppets-2/" target="_blank">Click here</a>
for this simple craft with a free printable template.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Make finger puppets of the Ten Plagues. <a href="https://toriavey.com/home-garden/passover-finger-puppets-the-ten-plagues/" target="_blank">Click here</a> for free printable templates.</span><o:p></o:p></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><a href="http://www.3dinosaurs.com/wordpress/index.php/free-passover-placemats/" target="_blank">Print seder placemats</a> with a variety of activities for everyone at your seder.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Play <a href="https://matankids.org/wp-content/uploads/2011/03/PassoverSederBingo-Picture.jpg" target="_blank">“Seder Bingo”</a><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">However your family chooses to celebrate the holiday this
year, I hope you will give yourself the chance to experiment, try something
new, and lean in to the opportunity to possibly find a new seder tradition you
love and will continue to incorporate for years to come!</span><o:p></o:p></div>
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Lisa Friedmanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10658106679564722646noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8471503781192481921.post-46193396268011257072020-03-20T11:43:00.000-04:002020-03-20T11:43:59.337-04:00Managing the Coronavirus Break for Children with Disabilities<div style="text-align: left;">
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<span style="background: white; color: black;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">This is, without a doubt, a most strange and unusual time.
This unprecedented break in not just school, but life, is unsettling, stressful,
and anxiety-provoking, to say the least.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="background: white; color: black;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Educators have been asked to rapidly change the way they
offer instruction. Many have quickly and adeptly found ways to pivot to keep
students engaged and learning. Most are also weighing the balance between
enough and too much in regard to online instruction. This is unfamiliar
territory for most, amidst a time of heightened anxiety, and trying to figure
out what is right is taking a lot of trial and error. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="background: white; color: black;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">What’s interesting is that one of the most significant,
underlying principles of inclusion is trial and error. A willingness to be
flexible, pivot on the fly, and go in an unplanned direction when it produces a
meaningful result is the hallmark of good inclusive education. It is a bright
spot in an otherwise challenging time to notice so many educators willing and
able to do exactly this. I am so hopeful that when this ends (and it will!) educators
will remember these skills and bring them back into their classrooms.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;"><span style="background: white; color: black;">I have also found myself thinking a lot about summer
vacation. While I am aware that this is definitely not the same, I have been
noticing some distinct parallels, especially for families with children who
have disabilities and learning issues.</span><span style="color: black;"><br />
<br />
<span style="background: white;">We often </span></span><a href="http://jewishspecialneeds.blogspot.com/2013/06/you-know-what-they-say-about-assuming.html" target="_blank"><span style="background: white; color: #a45535; text-decoration: none;">assume</span></a><span style="background: white; color: black;"> that
all families look forward to summer vacation, but sometimes it’s anxiety and
not joy that accompanies the dismissal bell on that last day of the school
year. Parents of children with a variety of disabilities and learning issues,
for example, often notice that their kids thrive on the structure and routine
the academic year provides; the prospect of long stretches of unscheduled time
can be overwhelming. This brings us to where we are right now.</span><span style="color: black;"><br />
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<span style="background: white;">Here are some fun and engaging ways to make this
unscheduled and unusual break more manageable and more enjoyable for children
with a variety of disabilities and learning differences:</span></span><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">1. Create a calendar<o:p></o:p></span></span></b></div>
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<span style="background: white; color: black;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Develop a calendar of a week at a time to plan out activities
such as online school, FaceTime playdates, walks outside, playtime, cooking,
etc. The unknown in this situation can be scary, so not trying to go beyond a
week can add reassurance. Seeing each week laid out can help children with
attention deficits and visual processing issues to cope with what may feel like
too much unstructured time. Also, schedule opportunities to focus on longer-term
opportunities such as a household building project so children can understand
the value of working on large-scale projects one small piece at a time. In
addition, given how much is digital and online right now, using a physical
calendar can provide a much welcome break. Here are some great options: </span></span><br />
<span style="background: white; color: black;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;"><img alt="" border="0" height="1" src="//ir-na.amazon-adsystem.com/e/ir?t=jewish0b-20&l=am2&o=1&a=B07Q1JNTM2" style="border: none !important; margin: 0px !important;" width="1" />
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<a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07Q1JNTM2/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=B07Q1JNTM2&linkCode=as2&tag=jewish0b-20&linkId=102d83e46b27b61c632f8565bb8259ce" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;" target="_blank"><img alt="weekly dry erase schedule with markers" border="0" src="//ws-na.amazon-adsystem.com/widgets/q?_encoding=UTF8&MarketPlace=US&ASIN=B07Q1JNTM2&ServiceVersion=20070822&ID=AsinImage&WS=1&Format=_SL250_&tag=jewish0b-20" title="Dry erase schedule" /></a></div>
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<b><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">2. Create daily schedules<o:p></o:p></span></span></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;"><span style="background: white; color: black;">Hours of unstructured time may create anxiety or overwhelm
children with disabilities such as autism or mood disorders. Left to their own
devices, many children may spend hours watching television, playing video
games, or worse: complaining about how bored they are. Providing children with
a daily schedule — and engaging them in some elements of planning — will help
them move through this challenging days more smoothly, confidently, and with a
sense of purpose.</span><span style="color: black;"><br />
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<u><span style="background: white;">Here is an example of how to schedule a day
to keep kids engaged:</span></u><br style="mso-special-character: line-break;" />
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</span></span></span><!--[endif]--><span style="color: black;">8:30 a.m. Online school<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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</span></span></span><!--[endif]--><span style="color: black;">10:00 a.m. Break<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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</span></span></span><!--[endif]--><span style="color: black;">10:15 a.m. Online school<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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</span></span></span><!--[endif]--><span style="color: black;">12:00 p.m. Lunch<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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</span></span></span><!--[endif]--><span style="color: black;">12:30 p.m. Outdoor play (if weather permits) or
other </span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;"><span style="color: black;"> physical exercise<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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</span></span></span><!--[endif]--><span style="color: black;">3:00 p.m. Hobby or craft time<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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movie </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;"><u><span style="background: white; color: black;">Some important things to keep in mind:</span></u></span><br />
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<li><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large; text-indent: -0.25in;">Consistency is key. Even though each day’s schedule may vary
slightly, maintaining the basic structure — including meal times and other set
features — will help children know what to expect.</span></li>
<li><b style="font-family: georgia, "times new roman", serif; text-indent: -0.25in;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: large;">Review the schedule for
the next day each night at bedtime.</span> </span></b><span style="color: black; font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large; text-indent: -0.25in;">This helps children who struggle
with transitions to feel more prepared.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Post the schedule in the kitchen or some other readily-accessible
place, or let family members carry copies with them. Being able to refer to the
schedule throughout the day is both reassuring and empowering for kids who
learn visually. Here are some good options for creating visual schedules:<img alt="" border="0" height="1" src="//ir-na.amazon-adsystem.com/e/ir?t=jewish0b-20&l=am2&o=1&a=B079T89J9D" style="border: none !important; margin: 0px !important;" width="1" /><img alt="" border="0" height="1" src="//ir-na.amazon-adsystem.com/e/ir?t=jewish0b-20&l=am2&o=1&a=B00DPX2T9E" style="border: none !important; margin: 0px !important;" width="1" /></span></li>
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<li><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">Adapt to your child’s preferences and moods from time to time.
Even when children need routines to flourish, take advantage of this time to do
things you may have always wanted to do.</span></li>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;"><span style="background: white; color: black;">Set a specific time each day for family reading. Everyone can
read from their own copy of a book silently, take turns reading out loud, or
even listen to a recording of the book together. These techniques will benefit
children with dyslexia, auditory processing problems, or other reading-related
disabilities. Use chapter breaks as an opportunity to talk about characters,
settings, or plot points. As an added bonus to get children excited about
finishing a book, plan a party to celebrate making it all the way through. Make
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may encourage kids to spend additional time drafting posts about their days.
This may be particularly helpful for children who struggle to express their ideas
and feelings in writing, such as those with dysgraphia, fine motor challenges,
or visual processing issues. Once you have determined a set of topics to
help focus your child’s composition, encourage them to write about their ideas
or experiences a few times each week. Establish a publishing schedule, and
create a blog calendar to help keep track of posts. As an added bonus, children
may enjoy tracking the blog’s stats. This creates an opportunity to practice
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<br />Lisa Friedmanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10658106679564722646noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8471503781192481921.post-12102464301562216362020-01-25T20:30:00.000-05:002020-02-13T09:48:59.444-05:00A Blogging Effort for Jewish Disability Awareness, Acceptance and Inclusion Month - #JDAIMblogs<!--[if gte mso 9]><xml>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Today marks the first day of February and the official start
of Jewish Disability Awareness, Acceptance, and Inclusion Month. JDAIM is designed to be a <span class="fblongblurb">unified initiative to raise disability awareness and support
efforts to foster inclusion in Jewish communities worldwide.</span></span>
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<span class="fblongblurb" style="font-size: large;">The true value of this month lies in
raising the awareness that there is so much more we <u>can</u> and <u>should</u>
be doing to <b>include</b> those with disabilities in our Jewish communities. </span></div>
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<span class="fblongblurb" style="font-size: large;"><br /></span><span class="fblongblurb" style="font-size: large;">I will
do my best to blog often during the month of February in honor of JDAIM. <b>I
hope you will add your voice.</b></span></div>
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<span class="fblongblurb" style="font-size: large;">I encourage you to <a href="https://twitter.com/JewishSpecialEd" target="_blank">tweet me</a> and <a href="https://www.facebook.com/RemovingtheStumblingBlock/" target="_blank">tag Removing the Stumbling Block on Facebook</a> so that
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<span class="fblongblurb" style="font-size: large;">As a Jewish Educator and </span><span class="fblongblurb" style="font-size: large;"><span class="fblongblurb">Inclusion Expert </span>I
realize that the vague nature of “join me in blogging” could be overwhelming
for some. You are free to blog on <u>anything</u> that relates to
disability, accessibility, inclusion, etc. </span><span style="font-size: large;">And if writing is “not your thing”,
share a photo or artwork or a quote or a video. Honor your own expressive style
and do what is most comfortable and most accessible for you.</span><span style="font-size: large;"> </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "garamond"; font-size: 13.0pt;">For
those of you who have been following this event for a few years or more, you
will note that the acronym has evolved. Since 2009, Jewish Disability Awareness
Month has taken place each February with the tagline “From Awareness to
Inclusion”. In keeping with that trend, the various organizers of this annual
event added “I” for inclusion as well as Acceptance. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "garamond"; font-size: 13.0pt;">In honor
of Jewish Disability Awareness, Acceptance and Inclusion Month (JDAIM) I am launching another <b><a href="https://jewishspecialneeds.blogspot.com/2020/01/welcome-to-jdaimblogs.html" target="_blank">JDAIMblogs</a> </b>effort. It is an opportunity for us to collectively
shed light on the wonderfully inclusive things that are happening in our Jewish
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif; font-size: large;">Building <a href="http://jewishspecialneeds.blogspot.com/2015/02/empowering-teens-to-be-inclusive-of.html" target="_blank">an inclusive program</a> for teens will be challenging if you don't personally embrace a philosophy of inclusion. Unless you truly believe in the value of inclusion across every experience, you are bound to get stuck in notions such as, "Having her there takes something away from the other teens," or, "They shouldn't always have to look out for him." Such fallacies will persist until teen educators embrace the value of inclusion and recognize that an inclusive community is a stronger community for everyone. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "georgia"; font-size: large;">A highlight of my work in Jewish educator is leading informal experiences with teens.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I relish each opportunity to teach, guide, mentor, counsel, and support this age group. And I am exceptionally proud of the <a href="http://jewishspecialneeds.blogspot.com/2015/02/how-can-you-tell-if-your-community-is.html" target="_blank">unique model we have built in our congregation</a>.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>We have created a structure
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after bar and bat mitzvah,</span><span style="font-family: "georgia";">
but when you ensure that the post <i>b’nei mitzvah</i> program is fully inclusive, you maximize opportunities to continue learning, growing and engaging with Jewish
life experiences for all teens.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Further, there will be opportunity to socially engineer relationships between teens, and you will help to maximize their potential for developing strong Jewish
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<b><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: "georgia";">Teens with disabilities are entitled to the same Jewish opportunities that their peers experience. </span></span></b><b><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: "georgia"; font-size: 13.0pt;">Inclusive teen experiences are necessary, important and entirely possible. </span></span></b><br />
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: large;">I was reading a well-known and highly regarded book about a significant
Jewish spiritual practice when I stumbled onto the following passage:</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><i><span style="font-size: large;">The Hebrew term for gratitude is hakarat ha’tov, which means, literally, “recognizing the good.” The
good is already there. Practicing gratitude means being fully aware of the good
that is already yours.</span></i></span></div>
<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><i><span style="font-size: large;">
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><i><span style="font-size: large;"> If you’ve lost
your job but you still have your family and health, you have something to be
grateful to be grateful for.</span></i></span></div>
<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><i><span style="font-size: large;">
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><i><span style="font-size: large;"> If you can’t
move around except in a wheelchair but your mind is as sharp as ever, you have
something to be grateful for.</span></i></span></div>
<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><i><span style="font-size: large;">
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><i><span style="font-size: large;"> If your house
burns down but you still have your memories, you have something to be grateful
for.</span></i></span></div>
<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><i><span style="font-size: large;">
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><i><span style="font-size: large;"> If you’ve
broken a string on your violin, and you still have three more, you have
something to be grateful for.</span></i></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: large;">I was instantly struck by the ableism in this passage. I really wanted
to be wrong, so I quickly snapped a photo and sent it off to a trusted <a href="https://jewishspecialneeds.blogspot.com/2017/02/reminder-what-is-possible.html">friend/colleague/disability
advocate</a> who confirmed what I already knew. Her words, “That line is
so problematic. People are so quick to pit physical and cognitive disabilities
against one another and to create an arbitrary hierarchy of disability. There
were so many other examples the author could’ve used. I agree with you - that
one misses the mark entirely.” Sigh.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: large;">I became profoundly sad, realizing thousands of my colleagues
- clergy, educators, and other prominent leaders - have read these words and
absorbed them matter-of-factly, moving on to the other “more important”
messages of the book. THIS is the pervasiveness of ableism, and I think the
first step toward eliminating it is for each of us to come to recognize it.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: large;">So let’s start from the beginning. <b>Ableism is defined by The Center for Disability Rights, Inc. as <span class="e24kjd">a set of beliefs or practices that devalue and discriminate
against people with physical, intellectual, or psychiatric disabilities and
often rests on the assumption that disabled people need to be 'fixed' in one
form or the other.</span></b><span class="e24kjd"> </span>An ableist society
treats non-disabled people as the standard and allows for discrimination to
occur against those who are disabled by inherently excluding them. </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: large;">We also need to understand the difference between the medical and
social models of disability to fully recognize ableism. The medical model (most
common way to define disability) states that people are disabled based on their
impairments or differences. This places the “problem” of disability on the
disabled individual, making it their responsibility to “fix” themselves in order
to participate in an able world. The social model of disability, however, helps
us to <a href="http://jewishspecialneeds.blogspot.com/2013/10/teach-your-children-to-be-accepting-of.html">reframe</a> our
understanding of disability as a product of social and physical environments. A
wheelchair user is fully able in their home that accommodates them. It is only
when faced with a building without ramps that they become disabled (unable to
participate). Viewing disability through the medical model can promote ableism.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: large;"><u>Here are two clear examples of ableism: </u></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: large;">
</span></span><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: large;">1) While
some think having wheelchair ramps is sufficient, true accessibility accommodates
all types of disabilities. This includes Braille, seeing-eye dogs/assistant
dogs, ergonomic work-spaces, easy to grip tools, closed captions, class
note-takers, recording devices for lectures, etc. Expecting individuals with
disabilities to develop their own workarounds to any number of barriers is both
condescending and discriminatory. <b>A lack
of access to places and services open to able-bodied counterparts, even with
laws in place to prevent such inequality, is ableism.</b></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: large;">2) Ableism is embedded in the English language. Words like “lame”,
“crazy”, and “idiot” have a history of discrimination toward people with
disabilities and perpetuate the assumption that disability is a detriment. The
language we use towards and about disabled individuals (“wheelchair bound,” “suffering
from”) disregards their autonomy. Equally as significant as the language
used is what the use of such words & phrases suggests the speaker feels
about the individuals these represent. When a society's language is full of
pejorative metaphors about a group of people, those individuals are more likely
to be viewed as less entitled to rights such as housing, employment, medical
care, and education. <b>The use of language
that perpetuates the assumption that disability is a detriment is ableism.</b></span></span><br />
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we do about ableism?</b></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: large;"><b>We must
work to make sure there is always a seat at the table for everyone. </b>Then we
need to consistently check ourselves to be sure we treat people with
disabilities with kindness, dignity, and respect once they are at the table. Combating
ableism can be as simple as treating disabled people as you would anyone else.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: large;"><b>Educate yourself about disability.</b><b>
</b>If
you don’t have a disability or you’re not close to a person with a disability, take
it upon yourself to learn. Remember that disabilities come in a wide array of
shapes & sizes and affect people in many different ways. Part of being a
good ally is arming yourself with knowledge about the issues and challenges
people with disabilities face every day.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: large;"><b>Interact with disabled people. </b>Many people are afraid to interact
with a disabled person for fear of saying or doing the wrong thing. First,
understand that someone with a disability is just a person. Like anyone else, they
have unique personality traits, likes and dislikes, and hopes and dreams. They
have good days and bad days. They might crave social interaction during certain
times and prefer a quiet space or a break from talking at others. <u>Treat
disabled people the way you would like to be treated.</u> Ask before offering
assistance; don’t assume a person wants or needs help. Speak directly to a
person with a disability rather than to their caregiver or companion; don’t
treat the person as a child or someone to be pitied. Treat assistance and
service animals with respect, recognizing that they are working animals, not
pets. Finally, refrain from being too inquisitive about an individual’s
disability. </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: large;"><b>Check your
language use.</b> Casual conversations have the ability to perpetuate the
assumption that disability is a negative experience just as much as formal <a href="https://jewishspecialneeds.blogspot.com/2016/02/choosing-our-language-carefully.html">language</a>
use, if not potentially more so. We need to be aware of and stop using such
phrases as “wheelchair bound,” “suffering from,” and words such as, “blind,”
“idiot,” “moron,” and “crazy”. Becoming aware of our own speech is a huge step
toward recognizing and eliminating ableism.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: large;"><b>Finally, speak out.</b>
It may not be easy, but pointing out ableist language and behavior to others in
kind and respectful ways can help them to recognize and make their own changes
as appropriate.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: large;">I realize that my next step must be to reach out to the author of
the prominent book I mentioned at the beginning of this post. I hope that pointing
out the ableist language he used will help him to understand so that he shifts
his language going forward. </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: medium;">Deep, meaningful lessons about inclusion can pop up in the most surprising places.</span></span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: medium;"><br /></span></span></span>
<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: medium;">Although, I suppose you might also argue that such lessons become obvious to me because I am open to them, or even that I am looking for them, but that's a whole different conversation.</span></span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></span>
<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: medium;">Anyway, I was reading a novel - the seventeenth in a cozy mystery series that I have enjoyed over the years - when I stumbled across this line:</span></span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: medium;"><br /></span></span></span>
<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: medium;"><i>Ubuntu is a deep-seated belief that humanity is something we owe to one another. How I act toward you is what defines me. Not what I have or what I wear - but how I treat you, how I interact with you.</i></span></span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: medium;"><br /></span></span></span>
<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: medium;">My "inclusion radar" immediately on high, I decided I need to know a little more about this South African concept.</span></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: medium;">The philosophy of Ubuntu (oo-boon-too) derives from a Nguni word, ubuntu meaning “the
quality of being human.” Ubuntu manifests itself through a variety of human
acts<i>; </i>generosity of spirit, our care for others, a willingness to go out of our way for the sake of another. The African proverb “Ubuntu ngumtu ngabanye abantu” (“A person is a person
through other people”) reveals that we are first and foremost social
beings. Ubuntu is, at the
same time, a deeply personal philosophy that calls on us to mirror our
humanity for each other. Ubuntu can be seen and felt in
the spirit of willing participation, unquestioning cooperation, warmth,
openness, and personal dignity.</span></span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: medium;"><br /></span></span></span>
<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;"><i>“Africans have a thing called ubuntu. It is about the essence of
being human, it is part of the gift that Africa will give the world. It
embraces hospitality, caring about others, being willing to go the extra
mile for the sake of another. We believe that a person is a person
through other persons, that my humanity is caught up, bound up,
inextricably, with yours. When I dehumanize you, I inexorably dehumanize
myself. The solitary human being is a contradiction in terms. Therefore
you seek to work for the common good because your humanity comes into
its own in community, in belonging.” <b>~Archbishop Desmond Tutu</b></i></span></span> </span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;"><br /></span></span></span></span>
<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;">Our humanity comes into its own in community and belonging. </span></span></span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;">And when I dehumanize you, I inexorably dehumanize myself. <b> </b></span></span></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;"><b>If ever there was a rallying cry for disability inclusion, here it is.</b></span></span></span></span><br />
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we are human only through the humanity of others; that if we are to
accomplish anything in this world it will in equal measure be due to the
work and achievement of others</i><i>.” <a href="https://jewishspecialneeds.blogspot.com/2013/12/the-beautiful-legacy-of-nelson-mandela.html" target="_blank"><b>~Nelson Mandela</b></a></i></span></span></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;">Far too often we think of ourselves just as individuals,
separated from one another; yet what we do
affects others, affects the world. We need to consistently think about the choices
we make and the impact they may have on others.</span></span></span></span><br />
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<i><span style="font-family: "calibri" , sans-serif; font-size: 24.0pt;">“If a child can’t learn the way we
teach, maybe we should teach the way they learn.”</span></i><span style="font-family: "calibri" , sans-serif; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;"></span></div>
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<i><span style="font-family: "calibri" , sans-serif; font-size: 24.0pt;">~ </span></i><b><span style="font-family: "calibri" , sans-serif; font-size: 24.0pt;">Ignacio
Estrada</span></b><span style="font-family: "calibri" , sans-serif; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;"></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "calibri" , sans-serif; font-size: 18.0pt;">It
sounds so simple, doesn't it? </span><span style="font-family: "calibri" , sans-serif; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;"></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "calibri" , sans-serif; font-size: 18.0pt;">And
yet, if we look closely at our classrooms, we will see that this is just not
always happening. There continue to be teachers who expect all of their
students to move at the same pace, teachers who rarely vary their teaching
style, and teachers who continue to struggle to meet the needs of diverse
learners.</span><span style="font-family: "calibri" , sans-serif; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;"></span><br />
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<b><span style="font-family: "calibri" , sans-serif; font-size: 18.0pt;">So how do we do it? </span></b><span style="font-family: "calibri" , sans-serif; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;"></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "calibri" , sans-serif; font-size: 18.0pt;">In
writing <a href="http://jewishspecialneeds.blogspot.com/2013/08/blogelul-15-learn-whats-your-learning.html" target="_blank">What’s Your Learning Style?</a> I explored
the value of understanding one’s own preferred modality of learning as well as
those of our students. This could be a first step in transforming a learning
environment into a place where every child flourishes.</span><span style="font-family: "calibri" , sans-serif; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;"></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "calibri" , sans-serif; font-size: 18.0pt;">Another
way to make this a reality is to embrace the practice of differentiated
instruction. When we <a href="https://jewishspecialneeds.blogspot.com/2016/04/abcs-of-inclusion-differentiate-learning.html" target="_blank">differentiate learning</a>, we provide a framework for
effective teaching that exposes all students to a vast array of learning
opportunities and experiences. </span><span style="font-family: "calibri" , sans-serif; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;"></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "calibri" , sans-serif; font-size: 18.0pt;">Nevertheless,
teachers in many Jewish supplemental schools struggle to meet each individual
student’s needs. Pressed to transmit meaningful content in only a few hours a
week, these teachers often revert to one-size-fits-all methods that they
believe will maximize instructional time. <b>Wouldn’t having limited contact
hours with your students be MORE of an argument in favor of individualizing
instruction and teaching to a student’s preferred modality?</b> </span><span style="font-family: "calibri" , sans-serif; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;"></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "calibri" , sans-serif; font-size: 18.0pt;">So
where do we go from here?</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "garamond"; font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"></span></span></div>
<br />
<span style="font-family: "calibri" , sans-serif; font-size: 18.0pt;"><a href="https://jewishspecialneeds.blogspot.com/2014/06/ten-inclusion-mistakes-even-good.html" target="_blank">Ten Inclusion Mistakes Even Good Educators Make</a></span><span style="font-family: "calibri" , sans-serif; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;"></span><br />
<br />
<span style="font-family: "calibri" , sans-serif; font-size: 18.0pt;"><a href="http://jewishspecialneeds.blogspot.com/2013/01/meeting-needs-of-visually-impaired.html" target="_blank">Meeting the Needs of Visually Impaired Students: Why Isn’t Accommodating the Same as Inclusion?</a></span><span style="font-family: "calibri" , sans-serif; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;"></span><br />
<br />
<span style="font-family: "calibri" , sans-serif; font-size: 18.0pt;"><a href="http://jewishspecialneeds.blogspot.com/2013/12/teaching-difference-between-fairness.html" target="_blank">Teaching the Difference Between Fairness and Equality</a></span><span style="font-family: "calibri" , sans-serif; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;"></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: "calibri" , sans-serif; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;">There is no
shame in asking for help. </span></span><br />
<br />
<span style="font-size: large;">
</span><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: "calibri" , sans-serif; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;">We live in
community, and at the core of a successful community are relationships built
upon networks of interdependence. Yet, for so many, asking for help is
hard. </span></span><br />
<br />
<span style="font-size: large;">
</span><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: "calibri" , sans-serif; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;">We are
bombarded by images of how to raise our children to be independent, <b>but
independence does not mean solitary. </b>The secret no one shares is that
knowing how and when to ask for help is a sign of true developmental maturity.</span></span><br />
<br />
<span style="font-size: large;">
</span><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: "calibri" , sans-serif; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;">There is no
shame in asking for help.</span></span><br />
<a name='more'></a><br />
<span style="font-size: large;">
</span><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: "calibri" , sans-serif; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;">We see images
of super-parents, mothers and fathers who seem to have the incredible ability
to work, raise children, maintain a home, volunteer to coach sports, lead scout
troupes, join the parent associations and still put dinner on the table every night. The secret
no one shares? <b>The parents who “do it all” are really the ones who don’t;
they delegate responsibilities and know when to find support.</b> </span></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;">
</span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: "calibri" , sans-serif; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;">There is no
shame in asking for help.</span></span><br />
<br />
<span style="font-size: large;">
</span><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: "calibri" , sans-serif; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;">So what can
this mean for the disability community? Teaching children to be their own
advocates and empowering individuals to be able to share what they need is critical. Yet, I have also heard the frustration of family members who
feel that they <u>always</u> have to ask – for help, for accommodations, for
inclusive opportunities. Constant and consistent advocates may find themselves
wishing that, “Just once…I won’t have to ask…(the school, the doctor, the
synagogue…)” <b>So what happens when you grow tired of asking?</b></span></span><br />
<br />
<h2>
<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: "calibri" , sans-serif; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;">What does it take to strike the right balance? </span></span></h2>
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