But inclusion isn’t fair to the other students: What to say!

SHOW NOTES

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Key Takeaways:

• Understand the impact of ableism in education.
• Learn compassionate and effective ways to respond.
• Equip yourself with language that supports inclusive education.

Highlights from the Handout:

Julie’s Favorite:
[4:24] “Fairness isn't a good measure for individual student needs. Let's focus on strategies that truly support every student.”

Kriste’s Favorite:
[4:44] “Inclusion isn't about favoring one group over another; it's about creating an equitable learning environment.”

Practical Tips:

[10:06] The statements and questions in our handout can be used verbally or in writing—email, notes, or discussions.
[10:28] Engage in partnership and approach every conversation with empathy and a genuine desire to support all students.

This powerful guide gives you 22 thoughtful ways to reframe ableist comments and confidently respond when inclusion is questioned—plus follow-up questions to deepen the conversation.