GOING TO SCHOOL ~ IR A LA ESCUELA screens next at the Dallas Video
Festival, on Saturday, May 18th, in the Kalita Humphreys Theater. It is
a compelling story of empowering children with disabilities and their
parents. The documentary was produced by Richard Cohen and
commissioned by the Class Member Review Committee of the Chanda Smith
Consent Decree. For ticket information call the festival at
214.428.8700 or log on to http://www.videofest.org
For more information on the film log on to
http://www.richardcohenfilms.com or continue reading. -- Best, Richard
Viewer Comments:
"Compelling and uplifting.... Excellent resource for school
counselors, administrators, and teachers,
as well as for students of all grade levels when discussing
discrimination, differences, or ethics."
-- SCHOOL LIBRARY JOURNAL, Mercedes Smith, Bishop Kenny High,
Jacksonville, FL
"Wonderful... sends a powerful and positive message to anyone who
has doubts about including
children with special needs in a regular classroom." - LIBRARY
JOURNAL, Lori Lampert, SUNY at Brockport
"Excellent.... reminds us of all of our responsibilities to be
advocates for children, and to support them in
their quest for equal access and opportunity. The portrayal of
teachers, parents, and the students is done
with honesty and respect."
-- Linda Shevitz, Equity Education Specialist, Department of
Education, State of Maryland
"This film shows how mothers of disabled children understand
education is critical to the success
of their children... They have the IDEA to fight with. The film is
unique because it illustrates the
perspectives of the disabled students. It beautifully shows how
students value their disabled peers,
both as friends and mentors as they plan for their futures as
integrated members of their society.
"Going To School ~ Ir A La Escuela" shows that there are educators
committed to helping
disabled children receive a quality education in an inclusive
setting, in spite of major physical and
attitudinal problems they confront. Parents, disabled children,
educators and policy makers
should see this film."
-- The Honorable Judith E. Heumann, former Assistant
Secretary,
Office of Special Ed. and Rehabilitative Services, Dept.
of Education
-- Jorge H. Pineda, National Council on Independent Living
"Outstanding. The film shows special ed parents in very positive
advocacy roles, very uplifting."
-- Crystal Cheryl Bell, parent, Los Angeles
"Incredible video! I recommend it for everyone with an IEP!" -
Beth Randall, parent, Illinois
"Should serve as a catalyst for critical reflection on the state of
our schools and their willingness to serve
all children equally." --June Downing, Professor of Special
Education, California State University at Northridge
Credits: Producer, Director, Editor, Writer - Richard Cohen.
Cinematographer-Baird Bryant.
Camera Assistant-Mario Ruiz. Translator-Sonia Thaler. Commissioned by
the Class Member Review Committee of the Chanda Smith Consent Decree.
C.PAI.2001 Distributed by Richard Cohen Films.
http://www.richardcohenfilms.com
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