In commemoration of the achievements of people with disabilities, October is a month-long observance to honor the history of the disability rights movement.
In 2008, Washington legislatures codified Title 28A of the Revised Code of Washington to designate October a statutorily designated civic holiday in the State of Washington.
In addition to the ceremonial designation, the law requires that “each public school shall conduct or promote educational activities that provide instruction, awareness, and understanding of disability history and people with disabilities”.
Did you know… One out of five people in the United States has a disability?
Check out the One Out of Five: Disability History and Pride Project by the Washington State Governor’s Office of Educational Ombuds, in partnership with Rooted in Rights and two local educators, Adina Rosenberg and Sarah Arvey. This resource posted on the OEO website is designed to celebrate the history and identities within this large and diverse community, and many teachers across the state use it.
Share the project with your school’s teachers and with your whole family! (Includes lesson plans.)
