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Text Box: Individuals from throughout Kansas, Missouri and Nebraska came together to “Explore Inclusive Education” during the February 17th Annual Together We Can Learn Inclusion Conference in Lenexa, Kansas. “Doug Fisher opened my eyes to inclusive education for all students,” stated one administrator. Doug Fisher, national inclusive schools expert and professor at San Diego State University began the conference with an eye opening overview of inclusive schools. According to one general educator, “Doug Fisher gave me some great suggestions and resources on how to create an inclusive classroom.” One parent said, “Doug Fisher is passionate about including all children, and it was clear he not only talked the talk, but walked the walk. Thank YOU!” Yet another parent shared, “Doug Fisher really made me think forward as my child is in preschool; relationships with teachers and how to treat/value gifts people with disabilities give to peers and the community.” Parents, educators and administrators who exemplify the BEST inclusive educational practices throughout Kansas shared strategies and resource during breakout sessions. Rud Turnbull, father of an adult with disabilities and Co-Founder/Director of the Beach Center, ended the day. Rud explored the vital elements of building effective teams for all students who learn differently. “Rud—the questions he asked will help us to make decisions for our child’s transition. It will remind us of our responsibility,” one parent stated. “Rud Turnbull was excellent! I really enjoyed and agree with his thoughts on partnership,” said an administrator. Participants left Families Together’s conferences feeling energized, and have gained resources, strategies, and most importantly an opportunity to network with individuals throughout Kansas who are making the inclusion connection one IDEA at time. Twenty five years ago, Kansas mandated services for students with learning disabilities. We look forward to yet another 25 years of outstanding advancements in inclusive education for all students who learn differently. Families Together celebrates 25 years!

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Spring 2007 Calendar of Events

Date  

Event

Contact

May 10, 2007

Education Advocate Training, Salina

800-264-6343

May 12, 2007

Families Together Transition Mini-conference, Wichita

888-815-6364

June 2, 2007

Autism Spectrum Disorders Workshop, Manhattan

785-485-5526

June 5, 2007

Families Together Topeka Center 25th Anniversary Celebration, Gage Park

800-264-6343

June 16, 2007

Families Together Transition Conference, Kansas City

877-499-5369

June 23, 2007

Families Together Kansas City Center Open House

877-499-5369

July 29-31, 2007

8th Annual Governor's Conf. on Juvenile Justice, Topeka

785-296-4213

Oct. 26-27, 2007

Families Together Spanish Family Enrichment Weekend, Garden City

888-820-6364

Dec. 8, 2007

Families Together Statewide Conference, Wichita

888-815-6364

Feb 3, 2008

Families Together "Together We Can Learn" Conference, Kansas City

877-499-5369