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Disability Is Diversity Inclusion is the intentional design of educational systems that provide ALL students equal access, opportunities, and a sense of belonging. A truly inclusive environment does not value one marginalized group over another; instead, it recognizes...

Research indicates that students who engage in social-emotional learning experience substantial improvements in their academic achievements, behavior, and overall well-being. As educators, teachers have a tremendous opportunity to shape the educational, social, and...

Before the outbreak of COVID-19, the mental health of K-12 students was already a growing concern. However, the pandemic has worsened this mental health crisis even further. Lockdowns, extended periods of virtual learning, social isolation, and the impact of the virus...

If you work in education, it's no surprise that the focus has expanded beyond traditional academic subjects to include the holistic development of individuals. Social-emotional learning (SEL) has emerged as a critical component of education, emphasizing the...

In March 2020, the spread of the coronavirus caused schools to shut down, shifting students to online classes and isolating them at home. The pandemic has been incredibly traumatic – aside from the isolation, there has been a huge and unexpected change to their lives,...

Inclusive Schools Week is an annual event sponsored by the Inclusive Schools Network (ISN) and Stetson & Associates, Inc., which is held each year during the first full week in December. Since its inception in 2001, Inclusive Schools Week has celebrated the...

From Markets.BusinessInsider.com Born with Treacher Collins Syndrome, a rare congenital disorder resulting in facial anomaly and hearing loss, Sam's journey has been one of resilience and determination. Having undergone eight surgeries as a child, he has firsthand...

Changing Perspectives' Executive Director, Sam Drazin, participated in the first-ever in-person Community of Action with Educating All Learners. His group addressed the question of improving leader commitments and educator mindset shifts - to improve inclusion and...

Our Executive Director, Sam Drazin, was recently quoted in an article about Pennsylvania's new disability awareness program! Dive Brief: Pennsylvania recently launched a grant program to seed curriculum programs across the state that highlight people with disabilities...

Making up approximately 15% of the world’s population, people with disabilities are the world’s largest minority. Some disabilities are visible immediately while others may be better described as invisible. The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA)...

Changing Perspectives is in the midst of its most prolific year yet! More than 1,400 educators at 141 partner schools (and counting!) in 17 states are engaging 67,000+ students in building the skills that will support them personally, academically, and professionally...

Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) isn’t a new concept. But in the last few years it has become more important than ever before. Students today are navigating an incredibly complex world. Struggling to understand the impacts of COVID, and the increased awareness of...

The history and social impacts of the R-word .... A Collaborative Conversation with Amanda Lukoff   Meet filmmaker, agitator, and social justice activist Amanda Lukoff! Amanda speaks from the sibling perspective of having a sister with a disability. Amanda shares...

This year, the Inclusive Schools Week’s theme is “Unity Within Our Community.” Join us in celebrating Inclusive Schools Week December 5-9, 2022! In collaboration with Inclusive Schools Network, Changing Perspectives invites you to celebrate Inclusive Schools Week,...