Poverty
If the surrounding community is poorer, the school will get _____ funding. (less or more)
less
(True or False): Barriers to equitable accessibility in education are connected.
What is three of the most common disabilities found in schools?
- ADHD/ADD
- dysphagia, dyspraxia, dyslexia
- autism
- down syndrome
- visual or auditory impairment
What is 1 of the 2 CST principles we mentioned that is most related to accessibility in education?
Option for the Poor and Vulnerable and Solidarity
There is a ______ of poverty.
cycle
Which ward contains the largest amount of share-limited or non-English proficient people?
ward 4
DC is one of the top places for people with _______ in terms of ________.
disabilities, accessibility
What is the name of the SPED teacher we interviewed?
Shareen Beech
What is Ward 7 and 8 average income?
14,000-35,000
English Language Learner teachers (they help teach students English so that they can be fully integrated into the English speaking part of the class)
What does ADA stand for?
Americans with Disabilities Act
In our letter to Mayor Bowser we are advocating for more equitable funding for elementary schools and their ____ and ____ programs.
SPED and ELL programs
What is the average income in the wards in NW?
115,000-240,000
What virtue should we display to help these people with their burdens?
patience
(True or False): In DCPS’ budgeting model, there is a set amount of SPED teachers required
false
What is the name of the CST document that says:
"The more we strive to secure a common good corresponding to the real needs of our neighbours, the more effectively we love them."
Charity in Truth (Caritas in Veritate)
Less than _ in _ general education teachers feel “very well prepared” to teach students with mild to moderate learning disabilities
1 in 5
(True or False): All schools are required 1 ELL teacher to every 6 ELL students.
It was first started in 1975 in the _____ ___ ____ ______ _______ _____ which ensured access to education for all children despite having mental or physical disabilities
Education for All Handicapped Children Act
"Biden's administration’s latest budget proposal includes a $___ billion program for high-poverty school districts. States would get additional funding if they “address longstanding funding disparities” between rich and poor districts"
20