PUBLIC SCHOOL PROGRAMS

DISABILITY AWARENESS PROGRAMS

​Our Disability Awareness Programs for Public Schools exist to foster a culture of inclusion through education and the development of relationships between students with and without disabilities.

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Our Awareness Programs use education and experience to create a more disability-inclusive world.

Studies show that disability awareness programs benefit all students and positively impact relationships between students with and without disabilities. Our K-12 programming is available for general education and self-contained settings and highlights the definition of disability, disability history, assistive technology, careers, advocacy, and empathy.

WHY ARE DISABILITY AWARENESS PROGRAMS SO IMPORTANT?

By age 3, children notice physical disabilities. By age 4-5, children become fearful of differences. 

15%

1 in 7 students have a disability.

60%

60% of students with a disability are bullied.

  • A single-day experience designed to spark empathy and challenge assumptions about disability.

  • A weeklong series of lessons, hands-on activities, and meaningful discussions that deepen students’ understanding of disability and normalize disability as part of human diversity.

  • A program that empowers students through education and interactive activities and equips them to lead in creating disability-inclusive communities.

OUR PROGRAMS CAN BE CUSTOMIZED FOR YOUR SCHOOL.

Hear from Teachers

  • "The lessons have taught my students to have an appreciation and understanding of the differences within our class such as our learning needs, talents, strengths, and areas of growth. It has also helped the students appreciate and find value in their own learning needs as well."

    Teacher

  • "The program has not only impacted my teaching but also the lives of my kindergarteners. Learning ways to foster more inclusive classroom environments has encouraged my students to critically think about our friends with disabilities, both visible and invisible."

    Teacher

  • "The empathy and awareness that students have developed toward others is very evident. Students throughout the building make an effort to include others who are alone, they get excited about opportunities to interact with their class buddies, and they have learned to value others regardless of abilities."

    Teacher

Let’s Work Together

contact us to Bring disability awareness to your school.

Whether you’re looking for a one-day event, a weeklong initiative, or leadership development, we collaborate closely with educators and administrators to ensure each program feels relevant, impactful, and seamlessly integrates into the school environment.

Have a question? You can email us at info@bridgedsc.org or you can fill out the form.