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Recognitions and Resolutions |
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Subject:
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9.2 Resolution No. 15/16-15: People-First Language for Students with Disabilities |
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LCAP (Local Control Accountability Plan) Goal:
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Enclosure:
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File Attachment:
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Summary:
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The purpose of this resolution is to dispel old, inaccurate and inappropriate descriptors about students with disabilities.
Using People-First Language respectfully puts the person before the disability. It is an objective way of acknowledging, communicating and reporting on disabilities as well as eliminating generalizations and stereotypes, by focusing on the person rather than the disability. |
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Funding:
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Recommendation
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Approve the utilization of People-First Language by the Mt. Diablo Unified School District. |
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Approvals:
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Recommended By: |
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Christine Wilburn - Administrative Assistant Confidential |
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Signed By: |
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Wendi Aghily - Chief, Pupil Services and Special Education |
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Signed By: |
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Dr. Nellie Meyer - Superintendent |
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Vote Results:
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| Original Motion | | Member Barbara Oaks Moved, Member Debra Mason seconded to approve the Original motion 'Approve the utilization of People-First Language by the Mt. Diablo Unified School District.'. Upon a Roll-Call Vote being taken, the vote was: Aye: 5 Nay: 0. | | The motion Carried 5 - 0 | | | | | Linda Mayo | Yes | | Cheryl Hansen | Yes | | Brian Lawrence | Yes | | Barbara Oaks | Yes | | Debra Mason | Yes | |
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