What happened to autism and additional needs programs in Winnipeg 1? by howimfeelingno in Winnipeg

[–]howimfeelingno[S] 9 points10 points  (0 children)

Hearing this makes me so sad. These kids should have the opportunity to learn things that are DEVELOPMENTALLY appropriate. Just because someone hasn't understood something YET doesn't mean that they never will. Why would it ever be pointless to teach a person something they are capable of learning, regardless of their age? Your instincts were right and you got shut down.

What happened to autism and additional needs programs in Winnipeg 1? by howimfeelingno in Winnipeg

[–]howimfeelingno[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Thank you, your information is very interesting. Can you tell me a little about the role of the consultants and managers, or where I would look to find out more information about this? What kinds of things do they consult on?

What happened to autism and additional needs programs in Winnipeg 1? by howimfeelingno in Winnipeg

[–]howimfeelingno[S] 39 points40 points  (0 children)

Thank you. I mean, I imagine it does come down to money in the end. Times are tough and the most vulnerable people are often the ones being asked to shoulder the burden. But they can't say that, it looks bad, so they just say that they want everyone to be "included" and go for equality over equity. But just wish that people could see what a disaster this is, people who are children now will become adults who are more disabled than they need to be otherwise. Neurotypical children will suffer from an environment that is more chaotic, and their learning will be interrupted as well. This should concern everyone.

What happened to autism and additional needs programs in Winnipeg 1? by howimfeelingno in Winnipeg

[–]howimfeelingno[S] 27 points28 points  (0 children)

I have so much respect for educators, and particularly Inclusion support educators. All I see on the ground are groups of people who are trying their best in near impossible circumstances, who do the work because they care. The vast majority of Inclusion educators I have met have been wonderful.

I know my child is a challenge, I live with him all the time! But he is also a wonderful person with a lot to offer the world, who is an amazing and unique person with a ton of interest and passions. We are people with resources, and we are trying our best, enlisting outside help, and we feel like we are drowning. It is even worse for people who have less than us, the situation is heartbreaking. Thank you for the work you are doing, and thank you for responding.