Working together
Alone we can do so little; together we can do so much.
—Helen Keller
One in five Australians has disability. All Australian students have rights in education.
School staff should consult the student, or their family or other associate before deciding on a reasonable adjustment.
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Question
One day, 8-year-old Nina tells her mother she doesn't like school sport. What should Nina's mother do?
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Tell Nina she has to do sport.
Avoiding action can make small issues get bigger.
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Write a note asking that Nina be excused from sport.
This will mean that Nina is not participating in sport on the same basis as other students.
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Ask Nina what happens during sport.
Gathering information can help Nina’s mother decide what to do next and how to work with the school to find solutions.