| Item Title: | Resolution No. 2015-2016.09 Urging the Use of People-First Language for Students with Disabilities (5 Mins/Action) |
| Item Type: | Consent |
| Background: | Assembly Concurrent Resolution No. 60, Santiago, is an education resolution regarding students with disabilities filed with the Secretary of State on July 21, 2015. This measure recognizes the necessity of a more respectful and humanistic view of students with disabilities, and it affirms that state policies and procedures should use People First Language to the greatest extent possible. |
| Goals: | Raise the bar| Create a system of attractive school options |
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| Recommendation: | Approve as submitted. |
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| AUSD Guiding Principle: | #1 - All students have the ability to achieve academic and personal success.| #2 - Teachers must challenge and support all students to reach their highest academic and personal potential.| #5 - Accountability, transparency, and trust are necessary at all levels of the organization. |
| Submitted By: | Barbara E. Adams, Ed.D., Assistant Superintendent |