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7 Ensure Access and Inclusion so that every child, regardless of race, color, national origin, home language, gender, economic circumstance or disability, attends a good school, has opportunities to learn and appropriate support for success. Imagine > But Currently > What must be done > What we can do together

Imagine

Imagine schools...

• Where policies and practices advance full access and opportunities for all students.
• That view all language as a national treasure and expression of culture that must be embraced within a curriculum, rather than a “problem” to be solved, fixed or eliminated.
• That foster multilingualism as a means to increase one’s access to and success in a global community.
• Where boys and girls advance without restriction in core areas such as science, technology, engineering and mathematics.

Imagine communities...

• In which every student has equitable access to good schools, quality instruction and excellent education.
• That recognize that our differences are our strength as a nation and that value the contribution of all members of society in the learning process.
• That realize that multiple languages are keys to success in a global society.
• That expect full access and shared planning, decision-making and inclusion in every aspect of the school’s functions.

Imagine states...

• That uphold both the letter and the spirit of the law.
• That are held accountable for enforcing non-discrimination and unobstructed access for all students.