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More Resources - Useful Websites...

The goal of ASPIRE is to make students effective advocates for themselves.  With that goal in mind, here is a list of a variety of websites that could assist teachers achieve that goal. 


​Master Index of ASPIRE Resources

Zarrow Center

Difabilities

Transition and Self-Advocacy

Autism Speaks Self-Advocacy 


Disabilities Awareness Teacher Toolkit

connectability_teachertoolkit.pdf
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Writing Stellar IEPs
Student Led IEP Checklist SymbolStix

Self-advocacy: a valuable skill for your teenager with LD



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Unhandicap Your Language

from this website...
The terms used for people with disabilities all too frequently perpetuate stereotypes and false ideas. While some words/phrases are commonly used by many, including those with disabilities, usage is likely due to habit rather than intentional meaning. However, conscious thought about what we say, and when we say it, may help to more positively reshape how we communicate about disability in society. The following is intended as suggestion, not censorship, in choosing more appropriate terms. 

Brown University 

Show college-bound students what this university offers in the way of accommodations for its students with disabilities. 

​An Introductory Guide to Disability Language and Empowerment

Greetings from the Syracuse University Disability Cultural Center (DCC)! The purpose of this language guide is to provide you with some information on the different types of language that are used frequently when communicating about disability.

Disability Etiquette Guide

​The United States Census Bureau reports that approximately 56.7 million Americans have a disability. This booklet is for anyone—with or without a disability—who wants to interact more effectively with people with disabilities.
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Center for Parent and Information Resources



Articles, Blogs and Posts about Various Mental Illnesses.

Information in the links below can help adults speak to students about mental illness. 


Behavior Disorders: Definitions, Characteristics & Related Information
Information about Emotional/Behavioral Disorders


​Mental Health Conditions -NAMI


Talking To Kids About Mental Illnesses


How to Accept That You Have a Mental Illness


ON MENTAL ILLNESS: Accepting Oneself with Imperfections


APA - Learn about common mental disorders, including symptoms, risk factors and treatment options. Find answers to your questions written by leading psychiatrists, stories from people living with mental illness and links to additional resources.


​It Takes Bravery to Accept MentaI Illness, But It Is Worth It

About Severe Depression

You Are Not Your Disease
How self-acceptance helped me get control over bipolar disorder.


 Explaining Learning Disabilities to Your Child


Are You Afraid to talk to Your Child About His Disability?


Talking to Kids About Disabilities: 6 Tips


Respectful Disability Language: Here’s What’s Up!

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