Reflective Statements 3

9/3/2013

This is statement # 3 in an activity that is designed to allow students to reflect on their views, share, and learn from others.

After reading each statement, comment how you feel about the statement.

When considering the statement, do you:

Strongly Agree
Agree
Disagree
Strongly Disagree

Read comments that other students have posted, and notice how you may be in agreement with some students on some topics but not on others, and how sometimes you are in the majority and sometimes the minority.

If you are unsure about a topic, what would you need in order to make a decision? Share your perspectives with the undecided students who may then decide to take a position.

All learning programs should accommodate all children with special needs.

178 Comments

Ayla

7/5/2016 04:35:37 pm

I completely agree.
I believe that this should also be done with minimal separation. I think separating children instead of accommodating them gives the wrong idea to main stream children. They mimic what they see.

Farahia Bare

1/13/2017 10:14:40 pm

How can you make sure all families receive encouragement in supporting the development of their children?

After reading the book, answer the following question:

Why are books like these important to offer the children in your care?

I completely agree with you on that point. Friend of mine has a daughter who's in the special education system and most of her friends ask her why isn't she's taking classes with them. They finally figured out and start mimicking her.

Francesca Vespa

7/5/2016 08:28:07 pm

I strongly agree that learning programs should accommodate children with special needs as long as they have the equipment and staff to accommodate the child's needs.

Lisette

9/4/2016 06:40:27 pm

I agree with the statement and also with this comment, kids with special needs deserve to have access just as kids who do not have special needs. Teachers and staff need to be trained and have the equipment need it to provide the best learning environment.

Katie Starr

7/5/2016 08:58:01 pm

I think it all depends. This statement is not one that is just black and white. There are so many variables that come into play with handling a child with special needs. I feel the desire and attempt should be there if the opportunity is there. Every child should be taken care and not let behind. But, if a center does not have the ability (not the right amount of staff, or the training,) to be a service to the child than they are doing more harm than good. I agree but to an extent.

Terry

7/18/2016 08:03:35 am

I agree totally with these comments!

Courtney Evans

8/3/2016 01:17:19 pm

I completely agree with this statement. Although if the center doesn't have the staff or training then they should not take the child or have all staff take the training course necessary for that child to attend the center.

alysa

8/8/2016 06:33:58 pm

It is important to have the proper training and education when offering proper opportunities to a special needs child.

virginia

8/24/2016 02:19:33 pm

i agree

Payam Khastkhodaei

9/12/2016 11:19:12 am

I agree with this. You shouldn't fully change the curriculum because of a child with special needs, but you should make sure to try to incorporate it.

Farahia Bare

1/13/2017 10:35:04 pm

I agree with you on that point. It depends that level of care a child might require and whether a facility can provide that.

Annalisa Willette

7/5/2016 09:10:54 pm

I agree, but only to the extent that it isn't slowing down the majority, there should be other options available with students with extreme special needs and require more special attention, that way they're getting the education they need without taking away from any other children.

Jessica

7/6/2016 01:35:04 pm

I agree that all learning programs should accommodate all children with special needs because all children should be treated equally the same then all the other children and should be learning the same things as the other children.

Karima

7/6/2016 03:05:20 pm

Yes, I believe that all programs should have specific teachers or classes designed for kids with special needs!

Danielle Newsome

7/6/2016 07:39:44 pm

I agree because no one should be treated different because of their disabilities. It also helps children without those disabilities realize that there are people you encounter who may have problem and it will make them more accepting and more willing to help.

Maren

7/23/2016 01:00:47 pm

I Strongly agree.

Justine

7/6/2016 09:14:23 pm

I agree all programs should accommodate all children with special needs. In fact, we all have special needs. With time, resources and open mindedness, each child can participate in any program on a level that is suitable and comfortable for the child and his or her individual needs.

Oxana

7/6/2016 11:01:59 pm

I strongly agree, learning programs should accommodate all children with special needs, each family is unique as well each child its unique and we should make no difference. Also there should be provided well trained staff, teachers which will make them fell more comfortable.

reziwanguli malike

7/7/2016 09:59:39 am

I strongly 100 percecnt agree

Zehra

7/7/2016 10:36:03 am

I strongly agree that all learning program should accommodate all children including special aid children as they also have equal rights to receive education.

Michelle D Larsen

7/7/2016 05:31:08 pm

I agree that the opportunity for learning should be extended to children of all needs, but ideally the teaching staff has the resources to give additional time to some students if needed.

Rachel

7/8/2016 02:03:20 am

I disagree. While I do believe all children should be included in the lesson, children with special needs must have the lesson uniquely fashioned to meet their needs.

Charlie

7/8/2016 09:35:16 am

I strongly agree. All learning activities should accommodate children with special needs. They are just as important as kids without special needs, if not more.

Alexis

7/8/2016 09:56:26 am

All children should be treated equally, but with special needs the child should not be forced to learn as fast as the other students.

Chelsey

7/8/2016 12:52:17 pm

I think this is a hard statement to process. On one hand I would love to say that I strongly agree because I love the idea of children with all needs to be mixed together. I think this is educational for all children. This goes back to the topic of diversity and teaching children this concept at a young age. However, despite all of the good I think this could create, I also think that there are some people better suited for such a wide range of diversity that this could bring on.

Rachel

7/8/2016 05:53:26 pm

I agree all programs should accommodate all everyone learns different.

Sheena

7/8/2016 06:37:17 pm

I disagree. Some programs can be designed for specific children.

avery Hinson

7/8/2016 08:29:44 pm

I agree. all childcare programs should incorporate all types of children wether they be special needs or not.

Karlee McCarroll

7/8/2016 08:58:44 pm

Yes I definitely agree that kids with special needs should be accommodated for. It just makes sense, every kid should be treated with the same respect and care facilities should be equipped to provide the care needed to a child with special needs.

Hailey

7/8/2016 11:42:28 pm

I agree that kids with special needs should be accommodated for. Every kid needs to be treated with the same respect and deserves to have programs that will help them the same way other kids do.

Laurie

7/9/2016 09:39:43 am

Accommodate to the best of their ability, however recognise if/when further special help is needed to help them develop and progress.

Alyssa

7/9/2016 02:19:26 pm

I agree. All children are different and they all learn in different ways. All learning programs should accommodate all children no matter their disabilities.

Avery

7/9/2016 02:37:19 pm

I strongly agree. Schools should include all children whether they be special needs or not.

Ieisha

7/9/2016 03:20:42 pm

I strongly agree. While not all learning programs are a good fit for every child. Every learning program should know and have effective ways to include all learners.

Panchu Modi

7/9/2016 06:13:00 pm

I agree. Every child is special in a different way.learning program should be for all.

Kyann

7/10/2016 11:53:43 am

I disagree. Special needs students need special care and most facilities are not set up to care for them in an appropriate way. If the facility is set up for it I completely agree. But to say that special needs children need to be in an environment where they are not getting the correct care or attention is not fair to the child.

Kylie

7/10/2016 01:00:02 pm

This statement is a tough one for me. While I agree all children should be able to receive a quality education there are just so many factors that play into it. Such as class size, teacher qualifications, one on one times available. When you have to stop and constantly re explain something while teaching, the class as a whole gets behind. There are certain classes meant for certain kids, and that's put in affect so that each child can get the education that they deserve.

Tabitha Hoskins

7/10/2016 02:05:59 pm

I strongly agree. Just because they need extra help doesn't mean they shouldn't learn.

April

7/10/2016 05:30:12 pm

I agree to a point. Special needs children should be included in education programs, provided there are enough resources and teachers that are qualified to do so, which may not be the case for every child care program

Allison Lake

7/11/2016 11:12:38 am

I agree to an extent. Learning programs should try to accommodate the needs of special needs children but if they cannot do so for the child they should suggest a place for the child where he/she can get the right tools to learn as much as possible.

samantha

7/12/2016 08:43:03 pm

I agree. No child should be left behind. The facility should be able to be equipped to handle whatever special needs the child has.

kailee

7/13/2016 06:47:44 pm

I agree, all children should have the opportunity to learn with the rest of their class.

Abigail Kent

7/13/2016 08:03:29 pm

I agree that children with special needs should not be isolated from their peers. This encourages the stigma that surrounds special needs. As long as the child care provider has the materials and staff to meet the needs of all children they should always be accommodated.

Kerry

7/14/2016 01:57:45 pm

Every child has special strengths and special needs. It's important to cater to that child's strengths and needs. Every child is special in their own way. Not just the ones that are labeled "special needs".

Autumn

7/14/2016 08:17:43 pm

Programs should attempt to include as many kids as possible but special needs is a broad label. A child A.D.D. would require less intervention than a child with Aspegergers/Cancer/Blindness

Vanessa Zamora

7/14/2016 09:10:36 pm

I strongly agree.

leixin wang

7/15/2016 04:43:15 pm

I strongly agree that all learning program should accommodate all children. Every kid needs to be treated with the same respect and deserves to have programs that will help them the same way other kids do.

Diana

7/16/2016 10:09:34 am

I strongly agree that learning programs should accommodate children with special needs as long as they have the equipment and staff to accommodate the child's needs.

Krystal

7/16/2016 04:42:11 pm

I think that in an ideal world that all child should be included in to all classrooms but the problem is that ether though ignorance ,lack of education or just no caring children with special need can be harmed if they are just put in with all the other child so it is critical that a child with special needs are place in the right environment that will help then succeed

Brittany Fry

7/17/2016 05:12:31 pm

I do agree. I believe that all children should be treated and respected as much as any other child, disability or no disability. But I also believe that all teachers should be equipped to provide the right care and knowledge to keep the disabled child comfortable and intrigued with all of the other children to help them succeed in the classroom. They should be given a chance to learn with the rest of the class.

Mandy Meikle

7/17/2016 05:51:19 pm

I strongly agree, as someone with a disabled sister close in age, and from someone who has worked with the disabled for most of her life, this is possible. It takes a little extra effort that it seems many people aren't willing to give.. no child should be excluded because of a disability.

Sarah Cristofono

7/17/2016 09:50:11 pm

I strongly agree with this statement. I believe that all learning programs should be benifital for children with special needs. They have every right to want to get good education too. It might take some more effort but its worth it.

Natalya C.

7/18/2016 07:44:10 pm

I strongly agree that all learning programs should accommodate all children with special needs. Everyone deserves respect and to have the same opportunities as anyone else.

Lena Olson

7/19/2016 08:53:05 pm

I agree. It was a mind opening experience for me to form a friendship with an autistic boy in my 5th grade class. I think the challenges the child has will dictate the care he receives. While a center should absolutely not discriminate they also need to make sure they can absolutely meet the needs of a child with special needs.

lulu wang

7/19/2016 11:27:14 pm

I agree. Not every children are same. They are all unique, so the needs that they need are all difference.

sarah

7/20/2016 08:03:49 pm

I agree but to a point. Sometimes I can see it being hard to accommodate children with special needs, like in smaller programs or ones with very little children than can get hurt easily, in the case of a physical disability where a child would need crutches or a wheelchair to get around. But in the case of mental disability, I strongly agree that every program should work to accommodate those students and treat them with the same attitude and understanding as the others.

Amanda link

7/21/2016 06:28:33 am

"I think it all depends. This statement is not one that is just black and white. There are so many variables that come into play with handling a child with special needs. I feel the desire and attempt should be there if the opportunity is there. Every child should be taken care and not let behind. But, if a center does not have the ability (not the right amount of staff, or the training,) to be a service to the child than they are doing more harm than good. I agree but to an extent." Katie Starr
- I completely agree with Katie Starr, word for word! I think that we should try our very best to try and include children with special needs in everything we can but there will be some instances when it's not possible. My son is special needs and I know that there are some things that just aren't possible, but that doesn't mean we shouldn't try our best to include them in everything.

Mikaela

7/21/2016 06:44:55 pm

I agree because all kids should be treated the same no matter what.

jaimie wiggin

7/22/2016 01:30:04 pm

I do strongly agree, we should tend to all childrens needs...even if they are special needs :)

Michael

7/22/2016 02:52:55 pm

I agree to an extent. It's important that children with special needs are properly cared for, with accommodations to support learning and development. Special accommodations are not always possible at every facility. If a facility has the ability to make accommodations, absolutely modifications should be made to include all children.

Chantel Craft

7/22/2016 03:54:57 pm

I disagree because they may not be equipped to accommodate all special needs. I think they should be able to try and accomodate but if it's to hard for the facility I think that's understandable

Sophia

7/22/2016 05:37:10 pm

I strongly agree with this statement, as long as they can meet those children's needs.

Felicia

7/23/2016 07:39:07 am

In the right setting, I would strongly agree that all should be accommodated. However, I recently experienced this very thing. A child with a disability or delay needs extra care, a smaller ratio, and trained staff. Trying to care for them without those requirements that is very difficult for staff and the child. If the center is small, there are not the resources and money to make that happen effectively. They need to be where there can be optimum support and resources...not all centers are the same.

Maren

7/23/2016 01:08:24 pm

I strongly agree that children with special needs should receive the help they need to be successful. So if they need to go to another class to get that one on one they may need for reading, math. writing that is very important. I also feel they should spend as much time as possible in their home room with their peers for other activities.

lydia

7/23/2016 11:02:52 pm

I agree, but sometimes with some kids need, we need special rooms or qualified stuff

krystal

7/24/2016 12:46:58 pm

I strongly disagree I think if you have special needs you should of course get the help you need, but it shouldn't be forced upon in a mainstream classroom.

Josh

7/24/2016 05:43:10 pm

I disagree. While I do think that students with special needs should feel included and have their needs met, you have to make sure that they are catered to in the most absolute way possible. At least in the earliest stages of their lives. They need special treatment for a while and for many children with special needs, they need smaller classes and special attention so that when the time comes to be introduced into school they are developmentally ready.

Angela Bockman

7/24/2016 06:50:30 pm

For the most part. Its good to keep all the kids together leaning so they don't feel out of place or different from others, but there should also be programs for the ones that need more attention or one on one to be able to help them learn the same as others. And there is nothing wrong with that.

Maya thetford

7/25/2016 12:22:20 pm

While I agree that children with special needs should be accommodated, I think it's unreasonable to accommodate an unlimited number of special needs children because the care that each individual would receive would decline. Also not all daycare centers are equipped to handle all disabilities and may not be able to afford the necessary equipment, etc. needed. I do think that daycare centers should be open and honest with families about what disabilities they can reasonably accommodate and keep open communication with families about how well the child is being assisted and about any at home/in daycare changes that may be needed.

Peyton Kuzakin

7/26/2016 11:01:27 pm

I agree. I believe that all learning programs should include children with special needs because no children deserve to be left out because they need a little extra help.

Aly

7/27/2016 01:48:45 pm

I agree, all learning programs should be open to all children regardless of special needs. It may mean making a few modifications in some situations, but a child should not get left out of a learning program because they have special needs. I also feel that the kids should all learn the learning program together rather than to separate them, making the child with special needs child look and/or feel differently than the other kids. This is just another form of diversity and we are supposed to be teaching our children that it is ok to be a little different than the others and to respect that.

Laura

7/27/2016 06:53:03 pm

I am unsure about this question. The special needs spectrum is very wide. From my own experience as a volunteer in a preschool, I had a special needs girl who wouldn't sit for lessons, and I had to make sure she didn't run out of the classroom :) It was hard to get through all we had to do. If there was an aide to help with her, that would have been totally different. Or if I had some extra training on how to teach her. She was such a loving child, but I was unable to keep her in class. Thoughts?

Tashayla McQueen

7/28/2016 12:54:58 pm

I strongly agree, I believe that no one should be treated different because of their disabilities. Everyone should be treated equal.

Syeda Quadri

7/28/2016 04:31:11 pm

I agree Strongly all children are welcome

Rachel

7/28/2016 06:21:05 pm

I disagree with this statement. I believe that all children should have a place but with that I believe that some children need a very specific type of place to learn and that cannot be accomplished with every program. There are children who need more one on one time or a very small classroom setting. I believe that there should be that option somewhere but not all programs can provide that type of setting.

(Susan) Elise Cabre-Vondrell

7/29/2016 06:16:29 am

I agree that children with special needs should be in an inclusive model to help strengthen their development and learning as long as the proper support is present. This also gives the opportunity of children with no special needs to develop the empathy and understanding and know how of how to interact and form relationships with those of special needs.

Maggie

7/29/2016 03:12:38 pm

I disagree. There are so many variables and the spectrum of special needs is so large. I wish it were possible to have all the staff, space and funding required for all children all the time, but if a center does not have the ability (not the right amount of staff, or the training,) to be a service to the child then they are doing more harm than good. It is difficult and sad to say goodbye to a child that you can not help but it is also a blessing for that child to be able to find the care and space they need to grow and learn.

Emily

7/31/2016 01:06:39 pm

I strongly agree children with special needs deserve to be respected loved and cared for just like any other child

Marree Perrault

8/1/2016 12:53:28 pm

I agree that all learning programs should accommodate children with special needs but the state/schools do not provide the appropriate training. Also, there needs to be a pay increase across the state, such as what a Special Ed teacher is being paid.

Adelle Goettel

8/2/2016 07:21:06 pm

I agree. Especially in early education, keeping children of all abilities together helps facilitate tolerance and understanding of different cognitive levels at similar age levels.

cassie chao

8/3/2016 01:34:46 pm

I think we should accommodate children with special needs but however not all teachers are certified in that area of helping a child with special needs. i think if there was training on how to help a child with special needs then i strongly agree that we should.

Somporn Osborn link

8/3/2016 01:57:55 pm

I Strongly agree

Brittany Williams

8/3/2016 04:14:59 pm

I agree with this statement to a certain extent. Of course all children should be welcome at all learning establishments. With that being said there might be specialized school that will benefit certain special needs children more than a regular school might.

Divya Nayak

8/4/2016 12:01:50 pm

I agree to the statement but there are certain parameters to be taken care of.

1. School should have a well-trained and a patient staff to look after the special need children.
2. Some learning programs can be modified to accommodate the children with special needs.

In this way, every child will get the benefit of all the learning programs.

Deja

8/4/2016 03:19:44 pm

I agree that all learning programs should accommodate all children with special needs. This creates an environment that encourages all differences and the children will see that.

Toni

8/6/2016 09:49:53 pm

I agree with these comments

Sayeh

8/6/2016 11:31:39 pm

strongly agree!

Meenal Bhangria

8/8/2016 01:19:45 pm

I strongly agree because no one should be treated different due to disabilities
Aswell as school or center will provide them well trained teachers and staff so will make them feel more comfortable and strong.

alysa

8/8/2016 06:35:21 pm

Agree that it is important for a child care center and its employees, preschool included to do their best to assist each child in their academic growth, special needs children included.

Matthew Valente

8/9/2016 04:26:53 pm

Strongly Agree! Everybody is different mentally some children are more gifted and some are a little slower to catch on. Its important that as educators we facilitate the education and growth of all students regardless of disabilities.

heather cristofono

8/9/2016 09:08:10 pm

I agree 100% with this statement above. I have two children who are special needs and require a completely different learning environment then other children. if the school districts and other learning classrooms didn't accommodate children who needs these there would be a lot less successful children in our schools. I do also believe that parents need to make sure if they are sending there children to schools/ daycares/ preschools they need to make sure that these types of places are trained to have a understanding in those different kiddos otherwise if it doing more harm to the development of our children then benefiting those kids

Diane Lindquist

8/14/2016 12:57:00 pm

I do agree with this statement. I think that training and support are the key issue with this statement. Blending children creates the opportunity for children to learn that everyone is different but still have value. It also provides role models for special needs children. Sometimes children learn faster from other children.

Sarah

8/15/2016 10:05:53 am

I agree to the extent that the learning center can provide specialized care for these kids. A learning center that has just started out probably does not have the tools or the training to best help a special needs child. This is not a good situation for the child to be in. BUT, as the learning center grows, administration should begin collecting the tools and resources to expand their ability to work with all kids with special needs.

christian

8/15/2016 12:23:14 pm

I agree to an extent. Every child has the right to have their specific and special needs met and their families need to be able to have 100% confidences and trust and their child's needs will be met. That being said, it is not always realistic for a center to be able to provide certain care or reach the specific or special need of a certain child. not all centers are setup to meet and accommodate special needs child due to lack of training or even building design. I do believe that going out of our way to meet the specific and special needs of as many child/families and possible is simply a part of our everyday day job and attempting to meet those needs is what we should strive for but not at the risk of that specific's child's health, safety, or education and also no that the risk of your other student's health, safety, or education. Making sure the center and classroom setting is a good fit for each child and family and that we can fully provide and cater to the needs of every child should be the first and for most priority.

Toni

8/15/2016 02:28:08 pm

I totally agree with the statement!

Lori

8/15/2016 07:22:56 pm

To some extent yes, even though a child is considered special needs for one reason ot another they are still a student and need to be though about too and helped to the best we can what we are teaching the rest of the class.

Taylor Yates

8/16/2016 02:08:00 pm

110% agree with this, to often I see teachers lack patience or the right material for the children in need. Its hard to focus on one single child out of the entire mix but not impossible. I've made time for children in my class that I've noticed struggling a little more then others.

Daniel R Massoni

8/16/2016 09:26:49 pm

I think saying that all programs should accommodate children with special needs is a nice fantasy but financially impossible. I know speaking for my own sight, we do not have the resources for a one on one all day.

Lim / Limuel

8/18/2016 08:01:01 pm

I agree but not to the point that it slows down or disturbs the class.

Audrey

8/19/2016 02:48:07 pm

I agree that all programs should accommodate all children regardless of special needs, as long as those programs have the necessary resources to support the children's needs adequately, including properly trained staff.

mona

8/20/2016 10:42:53 am

I strongly agree

Ashley

8/22/2016 09:09:20 am

I strongly agree that all children of all needs and abilities should be accommodated throughout all learning environments. Children should be provided extensive help no matter how much help is needed.

Sueann Robinson

8/22/2016 09:38:31 pm

I strongly agree he classroom should give all children the tools to learn and offer different types of learning to include all learning types and abilities

Elvina Rykun

8/23/2016 08:09:51 am

I strongly agree that learning programs should accommodate children with special needs as long as they have the equipment and staff to accommodate the child's needs.

Tawnya

8/23/2016 12:36:17 pm

I disagree I feel like this does not work for every learning program I think its great when it can be done but not everyone has the experience or the staff to be beneficial to a special needs child and when that happens it effects the other children.

virginia

8/24/2016 02:21:29 pm

i beileve accomidations should be made when possible, not every child care center has the funds or staff nessesary to provide good care to special needs children. it would be nice if threy all did but its not always possible.

tara rock

8/25/2016 01:54:23 pm

I strongly agree, all learning programs should fit all kids needs no matter the situation.

mlisa

8/27/2016 07:54:21 pm

I agree

Bella

8/29/2016 06:04:32 pm

I agree that all children should be involved with the lesson but those with special needs can use extra help from a teacher to accommodate what they need to understand and take away what was needed from the lesson.

Molly Morano

8/31/2016 10:20:25 am

I strongly agree. I believe that all children have the right to learn with their peers regardless of a disability or not.

Monica Kim

8/31/2016 04:14:13 pm

i disagree. while i do think to a certain degree that the programs can be inclusive of the children with special needs if the teacher is capable of doing so, i believe that the teachers who are without the training to be able to accommodate the child's special need cannot and shouldnt be expected to design the program to be adequately accommodating.

Samantha

9/1/2016 01:14:50 am

I strongly agree, the mark of a civilized society is how well it accepts, integrates and shows respect for it's most vulnerable citizens.

Breanna

9/3/2016 11:14:11 am

I agree, as long as it doesn't negatively impact the majority of the students. No student should be left behind, but the children as a whole should not be slowed down.

patty

9/5/2016 10:28:19 am

I strongly agree that learning programs should accommodate all children regardless of special needs, as long as those programs

Esther

9/6/2016 08:18:22 pm

I disagree with this statement. Not all programs are appropriate for children with special needs. I believe all children with special needs should be included in as many programs as possible, for their situation.

Bill Caudill

9/8/2016 01:28:58 pm

I Strongly agree

Morgan Hamilton

9/8/2016 09:30:50 pm

I completely agree. Inclusive classrooms are important for the development of all children. Children learn that everyone is different and learn that it is okay that everyone is different. It helps decrease bullying and intolerance and teaches necessary skills that children can use later in life as well. It is important, of course, for teachers and aids to be trained in how to handle situations and how to integrate the student successfully.

Dilrabo

9/10/2016 11:29:03 am

I strongly agree because to get effect what we teach children. Not only should be accommodate but also we should repeat that often.

Dani H

9/10/2016 09:46:46 pm

I disagree. Not all children will benefit from the same environment and accommodating them isn't always best for the children. Accommodations with in reason should be made but there are extremes in multiple directions that I believe do not make for a good learning environment when combined, All special needs should be discussed and if possible exposed to in a positive manor but different programs allow teachers to focus more specifically on a childs needs so they are able to respond appropriately. The necessary training for all needs to be accommodated would be over whelming and impractical not to mention the cost associated with accommodating all special needs.

Ka'dee Comerford

12/14/2016 01:37:10 pm

I appreciate and agree with your response even though I put that I agree with the statement for my own response. You talked about similar things such as funds and I think people need to look at the reality of situations before saying, "yes, all programs need this". I also like how you talked about some places having even more specific training. If a child needs even more attention with certain things, then they should look for a place qualitied in that.

Kate

9/11/2016 01:11:03 pm

I agree that programs and places should accommodate all children to the best of their ability.

venus

9/14/2016 09:18:03 pm

I strongly agree that learning programs should accommodate children with special needs, they should be treated / accommodated equally for as long as they have the right equipment and staff for child's needs.

Alexis

9/17/2016 11:50:56 am

I agree, and staff should be providedd to better help accomodate these children, one on one.

Tessa

9/17/2016 04:35:53 pm

I strongly agree. Staff should be provided to better help accomodate the children.

Micaela P

9/18/2016 10:00:08 pm

All learning programs should accommodate all children with special needs, because all children deserve to be educated. No child should be kept away from education.

Kaitlyn

9/19/2016 10:16:59 am

I strongly agree, I think that children with special needs should be integrated into classrooms and that the program should be able to fit the child's needs.

Jaya

9/19/2016 02:12:23 pm

I agree,but this should be done without exclusion from the rest of the children because everyone needs to feel involved no matter the special needs a child has. also if they are separated in the classroom by the teachers, students will feel as if they need to be separated from them socially which isn't good for either side.

Yumiko Mendez

9/21/2016 07:15:09 pm

strongly agree, learning programs should accommodate all children with special needs, each family is unique as well each child its unique and we should make no difference. Also there should be provided well trained staff, teachers which will make them fell more comfortable.

Dhanya

9/27/2016 09:44:39 pm

I agree with that ,but some times the kids need more attantion

ella rock

9/28/2016 04:26:05 pm

I agree. I think children who have disabilities are at different levels than kids who are not disabled. I think they can try and learn everything that other children can with appropriate help.

Wendy

10/11/2016 10:43:10 am

I strongly agree. If a program cannot be modified for a child with special needs then that is a reflection on the construction of the program and not the child.

Beth

10/11/2016 02:10:15 pm

I agree. The more children with special needs are integrated at an early age the more they will be able to integrate into normal society when they are out of school, and feel they should not feel lesser or like an outcast. This will also create a culture of acceptance and helpfulness among the other students.

Brianne Frazier

10/11/2016 10:37:22 pm

i agree with the statement to a point. in order for kids to thrive you need to be there teaching them yet also letting them be independent the opportunity is still there if it is needed. but it also depends on the experiences and knowledge you have on special needs children and their programs.

Delia Cano Garcia

10/16/2016 10:40:51 pm

I agree all programs should accommodate all children with special needs, we should make no differences. They have equal right to receive education.

Maria

10/18/2016 08:32:42 pm

I completely agree that learning programs should accommodate children with special needs. The special education classes my high school offered in addition to other classes seemed like a good way to integrate everyone while still paying attention to the specific needs of children.

Karlee McCarroll

10/20/2016 10:23:12 pm

I totally agree with this statement. Just because one might have special needs does not mean he or she is any lesser of a person/human being. They still need and desire the same education as everyone else. We accept all culture backgrounds and diversities in families so we need to accept and accomodate for children with special needs as well.

Hayley Lautt

10/31/2016 06:57:51 pm

I agree that all learning programs should accommodate special needs because every child should be treated with equity.

Yesenia

11/3/2016 05:56:36 pm

I agree.

Miko

11/5/2016 01:48:26 pm

This is a difficult question to answer with one definite response. I believe inclusion has many benefits for everyone involved including the child with special needs, the typical children in the classroom, the teachers and staff and even all of the families involved. However this is in a positive environment where the program has been able to provide the proper trainings to staff and where physical resources are available to male any accommodations necessary. I feel the most important thing to focus on is the needs of the child (all of the children) and that they have a positive experience that will help them grow and develop and come out of the program better than when they went in. Unfortunately not all programs are equipped with the findings required to allow them to serve all children of all needs in a positive way.

Karen

11/7/2016 07:28:03 am

I strongly disagree because this is a very broad statement. Not every program has the training, facilities or staff to accommodate all special needs. This can lead to safety issues for all the students and staff in the classroom. At my school we do support special needs children but on a case by case basis. We look at what those needs are, any special accommodations that need to be made and who will provide them. We usually approach it with the goal of making it happen because we truly support inclusion but there are things we just can't based on ratios, staff and student safety and training needs. In those cases we do what we can to help the family find resources set up to support their particular needs.

Marci Gochnour

11/8/2016 06:15:12 pm

I disagree. I think during certain activities during the day they should defiantly be included within the whole class but that there are some things that may make them feel that they are not doing as well as the other children in the class room and will discourage them.

Channing

11/11/2016 09:21:38 pm

I agree. Without programs that accommodate children with special needs, such as autism, adhd, retardation, and physical disabilities, it is extremely difficult to have a balanced flow throughout the classroom. Children with special needs take more time to teach and care for than children without. In my center, the classrooms with children that have special needs and are not receiving support do not allow teachers very much one-on-one time with every student and stress takes over encouragement.

Jaleesa

11/16/2016 02:38:37 pm

I strongly agree, just as long as it doesn't end up taking away too much attention or effort for the other children. The other students cannot miss out due to the fact that you are trying so hard to accommodate children with special needs.

Kim

11/21/2016 10:51:54 pm

I disagree. Some programs are for certain children. Not all children learn the same way

sally

11/23/2016 10:55:42 am

I disagree with this statement, in our school we always are willing to take special needs children, but we have to be trained by the parents in the care of the children that need special help. We have a child that has to be fed with a tube through his stomach. This child has tape that tapes his tube to his opening in the stomach, the parent has come in and showed us how to care for the tube and how to feed him. We have some other children with behavior problems and we have had Catholic Families assistance in teaching us how to care for these children. Normally a teacher doesn't have the knowledge in caring for special need children.

Tracy Williams

11/25/2016 04:44:07 pm

I disagree. Some programs are for certain children. Not all children learn the same way

Maria

11/26/2016 10:54:26 pm

I disagree. Not all centers can accommodate all children with special needs. I think it would depend on what the special needs are and if the center can provide the accomodation.

Maria

11/26/2016 10:56:25 pm

I disagree. Not all centers can accommodate all children with special needs. I think it would depend on what the special needs are and if the center can provide the accomodation. If it is possible then why not.

Jennifer Overmiller

11/27/2016 06:14:34 pm

I agree that we need to make accommodations for those with special needs. Everyone has their own strengths and weaknesses and they're own time frame of learning.
Yes there are different degrees of special needs cases. I read a comment on here of a women who had a child in her care that needed to be fed from a tube from his stomach and expressed that even though the mom came in and showed them how to do it that it does put a lot of pressure on someone who hasn't had the training and felt uncomfortable with that.
With these types of cases i feel that there should still be away to accommodate these students where hiring a nurse to come in and help assist in these classes and monitor so the teachers feel secure in there job and still giving the proper care and education.
When it comes to education accommodations need to be met of all degrees of special needs.

Jess Coulson

12/1/2016 04:23:11 pm

I strongly agree with the theoretical importance and utility and educational merit of an inclusive classroom. For many already overwhelmed educators, to make these accommodations, especially if they feel inadequately prepared and the child's differences or disabilities are severe, it can feel exhausting and there might be some resent. I believe every child has a right to an education and we as educators should rise to the occasion of trying sincerely to educate every child. I personally strive to work with every child, as frustrating as what seems like diagnosable behavior, attention or processing issues persist...but each child deserves an education and a new day and we should seek to give them both,.

Sherry

12/8/2016 01:57:49 pm

I agree, it is important to be able to meet children where they are. Everyone has different capabilities and it seems like a simple thing to do to be able to accommodate so everyone can learn at their own pace.

Sarah Bundy

12/8/2016 02:14:55 pm

I strongly agree. I think it's important to not only have the resources available to teach children at all ability levels, but also to make sure that each child feels included in the classroom and that there is minimal separation.

Savanna Moreno`

12/14/2016 12:14:05 pm

I believe if we can accommodate them we should but not all special needs are the same and some are severe enough to require special training, equipment, ect....so no, I disagree.

Ka'dee Comerford

12/14/2016 01:32:04 pm

I agree that learning programs should be trained and ready to accommodate children with special needs, but at the same time I recognize that not all facilities have what is necessary to be able to host a special needs child. This should be looked at and these places should improve and add on training for staff and more equipment. If they are not able to, then they simply need to do the best with what they have and with what they can provide for the students that are not special needs within their care. "All" is a tricky word. I think this should be a goal for the department of education to look into, but not be necessary as of today because for some it is a means of funds that are not available.

Shannon Ludvigson

12/17/2016 04:42:42 pm

I have to say that I disagree with this generalized statement. I do believe that in no circumstances should a child with special needs be turned away or discriminated against but if the child care center is unfit to accommodate the special needs of that child then it is of no benefit to the child or family. I think that so long as the needs of the child can be properly accommodated based on the nature of the disability, cared should be offered. The catch is, although ideal, this may not be possible at any or every care facility.

Sarah Allen

12/18/2016 05:07:24 pm

I disagree with this statement. Although I believe that every child care center should make an EFFORT to accommodate students with special needs, sometimes children would benefit more from the special attention and care from an expert that is trained to deal with the specific needs that a child may have. For example, one child at my center had a speech delay, did not speak English or Spanish (the two languages we operate in), and had severe anger management issues which put other students in danger. Although we made every effort we could to incorporate this student into our center over the course of a few months, we eventually referred him to another program with professionals trained in his disabilities that could better accommodate his needs and prepare him for kindergarten.

Farahia Bare

1/13/2017 10:49:57 pm

I strongly agree that a children's with disabilities should have the same education curriculum as the normal children. In school wise, this accommodation must reinforce the child's right to get an equal education. No child left behind act should protect to ensure it happen. However, some facilities might not provide the need for some disabilities because not all disabilities are same. Some kids might require addition support and needs that a day-care home or center might not provide. In that case I believe the parent should investigate the place, making sure if it's a good place for their child and the daycare should also be able to do some of their own questionnaires to ensure if it's suitable for the child.

Joshua Martindale

1/14/2017 01:07:31 pm

All learning programs should accommodate all children with special needs....well I personally have to disagree with this statement. Reasoning for my decision is that not every FHCC can be situated with staff that can accommodate each and every special need that is out there. I believe that there should be learning programs out there that can help people with special needs, not that every program has to be able to deal with them in a way that meets the child's needs.

Andrea Estola

1/16/2017 10:23:08 pm

I agree all learning programs should accommodate all children including those with special needs, unfortunately I don't think that all programs do as of now though.

Bailey Duenas

1/17/2017 05:37:51 pm

I agree that all learning programs should accommodate all children with special needs but to an extent.

Some facilities may not be trained or experienced with special needs children and they should seek additional training or experience before just simply taking a child with special needs.

james murphy

1/19/2017 02:46:17 pm

I disagree with the statement above. I do feel that all schools of learning should reasonably accommodate all kids with disabilities. However, some children with extreme disabilities may be better suited for specific programs that specialize in that particular disability.

Chyanne

1/21/2017 07:22:38 pm

i strongly agree they need to feel like they are part of the group

sarah garnett

1/23/2017 09:59:39 am

I I strongly agree children with special needs should be part of the classroom

Andrea ofiara

1/30/2017 08:07:10 pm

I agree. Although if centers are to provide this the necessary tools and training should be required as well.

Rukiya Elmi

2/1/2017 12:35:59 pm

As long they have the necessary equipment then it should be accommodate with all special need.

Jenee

2/18/2017 12:58:41 pm

I strongly agree

Karly Schroder

2/21/2017 08:51:43 pm

I think it should be encouraged that special needs children are included, but if a center if not equipped to care for the needs of the child, they should kindly suggest a place better suited for their needs.

sandra ruiz

2/21/2017 09:11:33 pm

Yes, we can not discriminate any child or family. We as learning center have to provide the best environment and opportunities for all the kids to learn and successfully develop. It will depend of the parents to decide weather it is the optimal place for their children.

Megan Rockstad

3/28/2017 03:03:04 pm

I strongly agree that all schools should accommodate children with special needs I think its important for parents to understand, however that not all schools have the funds to be able to supply all the things the child might need. (Some schools are better equipped than others.)

Brian Bassett

4/4/2017 01:54:31 pm

I would say that I both agree and disagree. I agree that IF POSSIBLE, all children, including special needs be included into our programs up to the point where it becomes a detractor to your program. If a special needs child is too physical (i.e. Shoves other kids head first into walls, shelves, throws toys etc etc even under CLOSE supervision) They must be segregated from the environment for the safety of the other children. Granted you should do everything you can to help that child so they can be integrated but if they create an unsafe situation or are so disruptive you can't run a curriculum you must keep them separate for the sake of the rest of your kids.

tierra

4/27/2017 06:19:12 pm

i agree and if its to much out of hand than we have to come up with another plan depending on the case and child

Ayita Berhane

4/27/2017 08:27:52 pm

I strongly agree that all programs should accommodate children with special needs. They should be allowed and encouraged to participate in learning with their peers in the program. Staff members should be educated on the needs of the children in their care and make sure they are creating an open and inclusive environment and doing their best to meet the needs of children with special needs by keeping a running dialogue with their families and keeping themselves educated about strategies they can use with children based off of their needs and their personalities.

sally

6/19/2017 03:58:01 pm

I agree, children that have disabilities should be accept in any care. We should have teachers that are able to handle special kids and show love and kindness just like other kids would want.

Rebecca Pedersen

6/24/2017 09:17:15 am

If properly equipped to handle that child and all their needs. This would ensure the child to receive the best care possible. However there shouldn't be any discrimination based on special needs so any school administration should remain unbiased.

Sarah schoen

7/23/2017 09:42:15 pm

If the classrooms are equipped with the material they need and the student-to-teacher ratio is one-on-one to a special needs child that I think that it can be accommodated. But some children need special facilities to accommodate their special needs and in that case what's best for this special needs child is to go to those schools.

rachel illeene wieland

8/4/2017 10:47:15 am

I strongly agree with this statement. What works for one child, may not work for another. It is extremely important to find different learning styles for each and every child, to help them understand better what we are trying to teach.

Maryam Asadian

8/22/2017 07:43:04 pm

i agree with this commend. All learning activities should accommodate children with special needs. They are just as important as kids without special needs, if not more.

rachel illeene wieland

10/4/2017 07:14:14 pm

I strongly agree with this. Everyone has a different learning style. Why not accommodate to that to allow a better understanding?

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