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Our Work.

We listen.  We learn.  We take Action.

Our Mission

Roots of Inclusion works in the intersections of systems impacting youth to promote compassion belonging, and success in school and life.

​We will accomplish this mission by building relationship with organizations and individuals to establish a networked effort with the goal of ensuring that every individual has a life experience that allows them to reach their full human potential.

We invest deeply in community-engaged practices and in our commitment to diversity and inclusion by f
acilitating dialogue to drive transformation and advocating for inclusive policies and practices.

How We Do Our Work

Community

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We provide opportunities for community members to listen to and learn from each other while building an understanding of systems the impact youth with disabilities and their families.

Projects

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We design and support state and local projects that support inclusive efforts both in education and in the community with a commitment to adaptive community leadership principles.

Policy

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We examine systems impacting children with disabilities and their families, we identify the systemic barriers to inclusive education and community access and work to inform local and state policy work to address removing those barriers to access.

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​SEL FOR

​ WASHINGTON


​A Project of

​Roots of Inclusion

SEL for Washington is a grassroots effort and growing coalition of members who educate about and advocate for access to Social and Emotional Learning and skill development in Washington public schools.  Along with other education advocates and organizations, we endeavor to provide insight and guidance for policy makers, educators and parents to more fully understand the importance of teaching and developing SEL skills for today’s students.
Learn about the Work of SEL for WA
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Investing in Student Potential

Roots of Inclusion serves on the Steering Committee of the Investing in Student Potential Coalition.  
​You can learn more about the coalition and their work and join in the effort by clicking on the link below.
Learn more about and join the Investing in Student Potential Coalition

Inclusionary Practices

​Professional Development Project (IPP)

About the IPP 

Inclusion is the belief and practice that all students have the right to meaningfully access academic and social opportunities in general education settings. According to the Washington Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction (OSPI), in Washington State, only 57 percent of students receiving special education services are included in general education settings for 80-100% of the school day. Washington is currently one of the least inclusive states, ranking 44 out of 50.
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To help improve our schools’ ability to be more inclusive, the Washington State Legislature provided OSPI with $25,000,000, through the 2019-21 Biennial Budget, to implement professional development in support of inclusionary practices over two years, with an emphasis on coaching and mentoring.

​Roots of Inclusion has partnered with PAVE, Open Doors for Multicultural Families and Education Northwest to form the Inclusionary Practices Family Engagement Collaborative, commonly called the FEC.  The FEC is a member of a cadre of organizations working on the Inclusionary Practices Professional Development Project.  The FEC's role is directly related to the parent and family engagement aspects of the project.
LEARN MORE ABOUT THE IPP

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Disclaimer:  Our website contains links to external websites, documents and publications.  These links are provided in an effort to share access to research and materials that are related to the work of Roots of Inclusion and are provided for informational purposes only.  Links to other websites and publications do not imply a recommendation for all of the content found on these sites but rather an opportunity to learn about the complexities of issues.  
  • Home
  • About Us
    • Connect
  • Our Work
    • IPP Project
    • WEBINARS
  • Events
  • Library of Resources
    • Educational Resources
    • ON THE WEB
    • Specific to Coronavirus Outbreak and School Closures
  • SOCIAL JUSTICE RESOURCES