Lisa Kuh about creating agreements with the children and conflict resolution inside the classroom.
School Ethos
Cami
Cami, age 3, is included in pre-school. The teachers use sign language in the class so that Cami understands what is going on around her and can participate. The children see the sign language and slowly absorb and internalize and use the sign language occasionally in a natural way.
Community Resources
Jie-Qi Chen, Elizabeth Najera, principal of Velma Thomas, and Peter Brown about the school’s foundation and history.
Debbie LeeKeenan – Full Interview
Interview with Debbie LeeKeenan, the Children’s School Director.
Finding the Right Team
Peter Brown about different school systems, how to choose and work with a team and the support and influence needed from the community.
Harmony
A slide show of pictures taken in Harmony School in Bloomington, IN.
Inclusion as Culture
Marryann O’Brien about the concept of inclusion and how this is brought and dealt with at school.
Leadership & Training
Jie-Qi Chen and Principal Elizabeth Najera about teacher training, dedication and the importance of good communication.
Life Skills & Conflict Resolution
Elizabeth Najera, principal of Velma Thomas, about life skills development in children at school, and how they affect the social interaction and the inclusion of the children in the community.
Prof. Patrick Schwartz – Full Interview
Interview with Prof. Patrick Schwartz, National Louis University, Chicago.