CMF Kids Priorities
Inclusive Education
Educational settings are the same for students with disabilities as their non-disabled peers, and students with disabilities are engaged and active members of their school community
Family Engagement
Family members are encouraged to be an integral part of the students Individual Education Plan team, and their participation and sense of belonging is fostered amongst the school community.
Professional Development
Learning opportunities that build upon the skills of teachers and paraprofessionals supporting students with disabilities.
Student Achievement
Students with disabilities have access to and engage in inclusive instruction, and specialized services and supports that lead to improved educational outcomes.
Transition Planning
Schools are committed to assisting students with disabilities to plan and prepare for their life in the community as adults. Transition planning services include employment, education, and community living.
Job Skills
Students have access to and participate in robust vocational training programs that develop job skills that lead to employment within their communities.
The
Promise
We will...
INNOVATE
by developing evidence-based,
replicable special education solutions
BE THE VOICE
by advocating for better
special education practices and policies
BUILD PARTNERSHIPS
by collaborating with public schools and
community stakeholders to share knowledge
and build special education capacity
ACHIEVE RESULTS AT SCALE
by supporting effective implementation of special education best practices across schools, districts, and the State