The Eliot PTC has brought us a very special program called "Understanding Our Different Abilities." This wonderful program shares with children the important message that we are all people first, and that we all have a different range of abilities in terms of how we move, see, hear, communicate, think and learn.
On Friday, February 14, the program was kicked-off with an all-school assembly featuring an inspiring story. Annie Garofalo, a Harvard student from Medfield, was born with only one hand. An accomplished athlete and student, Annie showed and discussed how she is able to play many sports, tie her shoes, drive and even play the piano.
Next week, third graders will continue to learn about physical disabilities from a workshop, a different speaker and a performance of a wheelchair dance. Ask your child what they are learning about people who have different abilities.
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