Time to nominate the school that is the most inclusive

    Tuesday, 9 April 2024 12:00

    By Tonya Organ

    Each year, the award is presented to a K-12 school that has shown exceptional spirit in creating a school that is welcoming and inclusive for students with an intellectual disability. 

    Nominations are now being accepted for the 2024 Inclusive Education Award. Each year, the award is presented to a K-12 school that has shown exceptional spirit in creating a school that is welcoming and inclusive for students with an intellectual disability.  Inclusion Canada Newfoundland and Labrador is a non-profit organization that works with and on behalf of the more than 15,000 people with intellectual disabilities in our province. Education Minister Krista Lynn Howell says  “Let us all celebrate each other and our talents as we embrace what makes each of us unique.” She says “Celebrating diversity and our talents is what makes us stronger.” The deadline for submissions is April 15th and the nomination form can be found at gov.nl.ca

     

     

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