
Inclusive education is built on nine essential elements
—think of them as the key ingredients in a recipe
for successful inclusion.
Tired of confusion, pushback, or slow progress around inclusion?
Take the clear, actionable step your school needs right now to create truly inclusive classrooms!
This free handout cuts through the confusion with a clear definition to create schools where every student achieves the desired outcomes.
This resource isn’t just another PDF—it’s your roadmap to making inclusion real, effective, and sustainable.
Listen and Learn:
- How to cut through the confusion with a clear, shared definition of inclusion—essential for aligning staff, families, and teams.
- The nine essential elements needed to tackle common challenges like resistance to change, inconsistent practices, and exclusion.
- Use our definition of inclusive education to lead meaningful conversations and improve classroom practices.
1) Redesign Systems and Structures
2) Prioritize Hiring Inclusive Staff
3) Eliminate Barriers to Access for All Students
4) Create Welcoming Spaces
5) Support Co-Teaching and Collaboration
6) Partner with Families
7) Ensure All Staff Differentiate to Create Access Points
8) Provide Additional Support When and Where Students Are
9) Use Challenging Behaviors as a Signal to Support and Connect
BONUS – Lead with Love

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