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Impact of Student Disabilities Awareness Program This section contains portions of a few representative samples of literally hundreds of written evaluations of the Student Disabilities Awareness Program from students, teachers, administrators, and parents. . ************************************************************************************************************************************* “Your program builds a value system into our schools and communities that will better the lives of people with all types of disabilities.” U.S. Senator Susan M. Collins (Maine).
“The effectiveness of the training was profound. The students . . . [now] realize that people with any type of disability have feelings and need acceptance.” 3rd Grade Teacher, Coffin Elementary School (Brunswick).
“I liked how you listened to me and what I had to say about disabilities. I was the one who was legally blind . . . now I feel special!” 4th Grade Student.
“What a great curriculum! What great learning happened! What excellent presenters! A wonderful awareness experience.” School Counselor, Hollis Elementary School.
“I am a Special Education Teacher who has six students on my caseload in this particular class. Two publicly spoke of their disabilities. . . . The activities were beautifully structured and developmentally right on. The [program was] probing, reflective, and fun! Bravo for offering such a gift of compassion.” Special Education Teacher, Lyseth Elementary School (Portland).
 “Can’t wait to have you back next year! Wonderful support for my bullying prevention curriculum.” School Counselor, Dora L. Small Elementary (South Portland).
“My daughter attended your school training program . . . and was able to express her thoughts about her brother who has autism. This is a big step for children at this age to speak freely about a sibling’s disability.” Parent.
“Your activities expose current beliefs and discuss alternatives that value individuality, respect diversity and emphasize similarities in people. The Center deals with fundamental rights for acceptance.” Special Education Teacher, Montello Elementary School (Lewiston).
“I used to think that I was very different from those with disabilities, but now I know they’re just different in their own special way.” 5th Grade Student.
“My students were completely involved in all aspects of the program. I believe it will help them and me to become more aware of one another and respect all differences.” 4th Grade Teacher, Dyer Elementary School (South Portland).
“This has opened up conversations about accepting others. . . . This ties in nicely with our Project Peace Anti-bullying Program.” 4th Grade Teacher, Elm Street School (Mechanic Falls).
I learned that people that have a disability are the same on the inside but different on the outside.” 4th Grade Student.
“Great program!! It should be mandatory for all schools.” Nurse, Readfield Elementary School.
“My class spoke of the program for several days. It was very interesting for me to observe my students in this setting. I learned a lot about them.” 5th Grade Teacher, Madison Avenue School (Oxford).
"I’d love to have this program again . . . in that I think it sets a good anti-bullying tone.” 5th Grade Teacher, Lyseth Elementary (Portland).
“The [interactive approach] is such an important . . . way for kids to be exposed to the ignorance and perceptions made about people with disabilities.” 3rd Grade Teacher, Mast Landing School (Freeport).
“As a 1 on 1 Ed. Tech with a student who has Cerebral Palsy, I thought the training was a great experience. . . . [S]he cannot speak other than saying hi. . . . [The trainers] had a great way of including her, and she was willing to share her true feelings as a disabled person.” Educational Technician, Coffin Elementary School (Brunswick).
“The students learned that we have more in common than we have in differences and that differences are ok, or need to be made okay.” 5th Grade Teacher, Hall Elementary School (Portland).
“The more education/awareness the more sensitive and inclusive children will be. Yours is a wonderful program.” 4th Grade Teacher, Dora L. Small Elementary (South Portland).
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