VSA teaching artist Bonnie Duncan performs a sensory-friendly version of her show "Lollipops for Breakfast" Sunday, January 17, 2016 at Charlestown Working Theater.
Some of the adaptations for this performance include:
- A pre-visit social story and other preparatory materials for parents and children explaining what to expect from the performance.
- Glow sticks raised to share when a surprise will happen on stage.
- Reduction of the sound level and bright stage lighting.
- Low lighting in the theatre so families can see if they need to move around or exit the theatre.
Posted Monday January 11 2016 at 10:06 pm
in Education
Streamed live December 16, 2015.
Focus on inclusion in our schools. The National Parent Teacher Association, the Department of Education, and educators came together to discuss how we can make inclusion a core part of our classroom culture. Examples were shared from across the country where the entire class benefited by including students with different learning styles.
The next live streaming video focuses on Inclusion in Early Childhood Programs.Watch it hereJanuary 14, 2016 at 3:30pm.
Special Education Toolkit from National Parent Teacher Association for families of newly diagnosed children with special needs explains how to get the best special education, services and resources available to them.
Diversity and Inclusion Toolkit has an array of documents, policies and best practices to get you started on the right path.
Every Child in Focus campaign aims to better support students with special needs.
Unified Theatre's 4 Steps Towards Full Inclusion outlines steps to progress on your journey toward full inclusion for your child.
Unpacking Inclusion offers a working definition of inclusion and ideas on how your child can learn to be inclusive in every day life.
Reach 4 Real is a music & theater class that is sweeping the state with popularity! Delivering adaptive music programs and theater classes designed specifically for people with developmental and intellectual disabilities, students will collaborate to write songs in a pop/musical theater style, and then stage, choreograph, and deliver an exciting live performance for friends, family, and the general public.
