Families for Inclusive Education (FIE)

Families for Inclusive Education is an action oriented group of parents who believe in the benefits of inclusive education for all students. We intend to enhance the quality of education for all individuals, particularly for those who have disabilities, through advocacy, family support and public awareness. Families for Inclusive Education (FIE) is endorsed by Nova Scotia Association for Community Living (NSACL) as a working group of Halifax Association for Community Living (HACL) and an affiliate of Integration Action Group (IAG-NS), Parents of Special Needs Children of Pictou County and the Kendrick Report Coalition (KRC).

Families for Inclusive Education Phone: 463-1767 Fax: 463-5007 Email: hacl@hfx.eastlink.ca		Principles of Inclusive Education Everyone: receives the same invitation is welcomed as he/she is authentically participates engages in learning at his/her developmental stage experiences dignity and respect belongs © Myketyn 2001 Some things you should know... Every individual is equal before the law and has the right to the equal protection and equal benefit of the law without discrimination and, in particular, without discrimination based on race, national or ethnic origin, color, religion, sex, age or mental or physical disability. Charter of Rights and Freedoms, 15(1) All students have the right to an appropriate education, quality education and qualified teachers in an inclusive school setting. Special Education Policy Manual NS Department of Education, 1996 Schools must actively promote the principle of inclusion. Halifax Regional School Board R.C.H. Policy, 2002 The Halifax Regional School Board endorses the value of inclusive schooling. In accordance with the Education Act 64(2) (d), the H.R.S.B. is committed to "developing and implementing educational programs for students with special needs within the regular instructional settings with their peers in age in accordance with the regulations and the Minister's policies and guidelines". Halifax Regional School Board Special Education Policy, 2002 How you can participate Get involved! Join us the first Monday of the month from 6:30-8:00pm at the NSACL Office (24 Dundas St., Dartmouth) to work on action plans. Or call to have your name included to receive updates and information. Share this information with a friend; call your MLA about some of these issues. Learn how your school is including all children.
Families for Inclusive Education Phone: 463-1767 Fax: 463-5007 Email: hacl@hfx.eastlink.ca
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