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School psychologists urge "Spread the Word" inclusion campaign; board expresses support
Summary
Two district school psychologists described a Spread the Word campaign to promote respect and inclusion for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Central High piloted the campaign; staff asked the board to consider expanding it districtwide. Board members expressed support and asked staff to follow up.
Jennifer Negrete and Curtis Middleton, both school psychologists with Rapid City Area Schools, told the board during open forum about a district pilot of the Spread the Word campaign, which seeks to reduce derogatory language, confront bullying and promote inclusive action for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. "Inclusion is more than just a concept. It's an action," Negrete…
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