Title: Inclusion Plan Workshop

Description:

During the 2005-06 school year, a committee of parents, teachers (including representatives from CTA), principals and district personnel met to develop an Inclusion Plan for the School District.  This committee was chaired by Mr. Dave Cantley.  After extensive discussions, the District Inclusion Committee completed a Draft Inclusion Plan in April 2006. 

The Draft Inclusion Plan was then provided to all Principals, School District Legal Department, and LRP Publications for review and input.  The Plan contains the following key elements:

Students with disabilities are placed in accordance with the Individual Educational Plan.  Placement is determined on an individual basis.

Least Restrictive Environment is the key to determining placement.  Students may not be placed based upon preconceived notions or disability eligibility categories.

Students with disabilites can be placed into general education classrooms with appropriate supports and services.

Professional development is the most significant factor in successfully including students with disabilities.  Professional development must be researched-based and on-going.  All schools must participate in staff development related to, but not limited to  curriculum modifications, collaboration, effective teaching strategies, and placement decision-making. 
 
Inclusion of students with disabilities must be seen as a School District priority not just the priority.  Collaboration among all staff is critical.

For Additional Information, contact:

Ann Killets (akillets@palmbeach.k12.fl.us)

Brenda Magee, Ed.D.

Russell Feldman

Attachments (list):
Agenda.pdf
Power Point Presentation.pdf
Inclusion Plan.pdf
Factors to Consider.pdf
Self-Checklist.pdf
CEEP.pdf