To foster a community where every child can thrive, celebrate their unique abilities, and experience the joy of acceptance and belonging.
- Inclusive Environment: The dance camps are designed to be inclusive, offering a safe and supportive space where children of all abilities can participate, express themselves, and experience the joy of movement.
- Skill Development: These camps help children with special needs develop essential skills such as balance, perseverance, following directions, and social interaction, all while being part of a group.
- Reading and Teaching: The founder, BrekLynn Pancheri, reads her children's book on the importance of inclusion to 1st through 4th graders. This initiative educates young children about diversity, acceptance, and the importance of including everyone, fostering a culture of empathy from an early age.
- School Visits: These readings at elementary schools not only spread the message of inclusion but also engage young minds in discussions about celebrating differences.
- Raising Funds: Special Steps sells books, shirts, and other merchandise through their store, with proceeds supporting the organization's initiatives. These sales help fund free dance camps and other inclusive activities.
- Spreading Awareness: The merchandise, especially items like the "You're amazing" shirts, helps spread the message of inclusion and positivity, reaching a broader audience.
Promoting Awareness: Special Steps advocates for the inclusion of children with special needs in all areas of life, using its platform to promote policies and practices that support this goal.
- Partnerships and Collaboration: The organization collaborates with schools, community groups, and other organizations to promote inclusive practices and create opportunities for all children to participate in activities.
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