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Inclusion

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Welcome to Our Community, St. Coletta!

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Community Life 4 min read

Community Playhouse Build

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Bender JCC of Greater WashingtonAnnounces Search for Director of Inclusion

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A Recipe For Independence

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Inclusion 2 min read

Encouraged To Take A Leap

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Inclusion 3 min read

Reflecting On The Value Of Inclusion

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Transformative Inclusion in the Classroom

By Rachel Assal-Albert

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Youth & Family 2 min read

Educational Support for Students of All Abilities

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Awareness, Acceptance and Action

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Creating A Sense of Belonging

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Youth & Family 2 min read

An Expanded Vision For Inclusion

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Jewish Disability Awareness, Acceptance & Inclusion Month (JDAIM)

By Brandon Chiat

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