The Coalition believes that all students share equal value and status and have the right to the highest quality education. Quality education does not result from segregated classrooms or programs. All students can learn and develop. Every student has unique qualities, interests, abilities and learning needs. All students have the right to an education that will prepare them to live and participate in the real world.
Segregated education contributes to further, life-long segregation.
Labels hurt people and do not determine the educational needs of students. Education systems should be designed and education programs implemented to take into account the wide diversity and needs of students. All students benefit from collaboration and cooperation among their home, their school and their community. Inclusive education benefits all students and helps build stronger communities, which are based on acceptance and equity.