As someone with a learning disability that affects my reading speed, I know firsthand what it feels like to face dehumanizing experiences that make me feel like a burden or an inconvenience. And unfortunately, many disabled individuals face these types of situations on a regular basis.

One area where this is particularly evident is in public transportation. For disabled individuals who rely on buses to get around, the lack of accessibility can be incredibly frustrating and dehumanizing. From buses with broken lifts to drivers who refuse to provide assistance, these experiences can leave disabled individuals feeling marginalized and disrespected.


But we don't have to accept this status quo. As a society, we should be demanding better from our transportation systems and advocating for greater accessibility for all individuals. This includes making sure that buses are equipped with functioning lifts, providing training for drivers on how to properly assist disabled passengers, and creating a culture of compassion and understanding for those who may need a little extra help.

Conclusion:
As someone who has experienced firsthand the challenges of living with a disability, I know that change is possible. By speaking out and demanding better, we can create a more compassionate and accessible world for all individuals.
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The Article is posted on The Daily Tar Heel, its by Emmy Martin posted on Mach 21,2023


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The article discusses how Massachusetts has redone its special education planning form for the first time in 20 years. The new form aims to improve communication between families and educators such as teachers, increase the focus on student outcomes, and streamline the special education process.

​The revamped form is also opening up opportunities for the students during the IEP meeting to give feedback on his or her needs.


As a kid, I can remember not having much say, but to ask questions during my IEP meeting, thou the teachers and my mother were nice to me during the meetings. It was all about the educator and parents' feedback only, which made me feel more under pressure with very little power in the direction in getting accommodations, could possibly help me. I had no choice but to go along with the flow.

Conclusion:
The article highlights the importance of improving special education services and accommodating students' unique needs of all types, as well as the challenges that come with the input of implementing these changes. It also mentions the positive strong impact the new form is expected to have on both educators, such as teacher and families, and how it may serve as a model for other states.
Overall, the article provides an informative and positive outlook on the changes being made to special education.

Article is on Wbur by Carrie Jung

The article "When students with disabilities had been removed from the classroom" highlights the issue of exclusionary discipline practices, like suspension and expulsion, that disproportionately affect students with disabilities. The article argues that these practices can harm the students' academic progress, social and emotional development, and lead to a school-to-prison pipeline for some students.
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The article cites different types of studies and reports to support the claim that students with disabilities are more likely to be suspended or expelled than their non-disabled peers, often for minor or subjective reasons, which is somewhat true, I've seen me and some of my peers go through this in Special Ed classes.

As I special ED student in Elementary school, there was a times that I had a higher chance of being suspended because of action out because of frustration of my disability of not being able to able to read from some of the educators' negative comments, in comparing non-disabled peers, staff would say, " the other students are way ahead of you guys in the regular classes". Those comment made some of my peers feel less than.

The article also discusses alternative practices, such as restorative justice and positive behavior interventions and supports, that have shown to be a lot more effective in addressing behavior problems and improving academic outcomes for all types of students.

​Conclusion:
The article raises important issues about the need to address the over-reliance on exclusionary discipline practices in schools and the importance of creating a bunch more of supportive learning environments for all students, particularly those with disabilities.

Article on The New York Times by Ricardo Nagaoka

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According to the Article, "Elon Musk's Disability Shaming may not be illegal but it was cruel-and it shows how badly bosses can treat employees" on Fortune by Tristan Bove,

​Elon Musk has apologized for publicly mocking former Twitter employee's disability. The behavior of Elon Musk towards his employees or anyone with disabilities is definitely not acceptable. While it may not be illegal, it is unethical and unprofessional, and it can create a toxic work environment that can harm employees and damage the company's reputation.

Disability shaming is hurtful and can be damaging to the self-esteem of individuals with disabilities, which can lead to a negative impact on their work performance and overall well-being. As a leader and public figure, Elon Musk has a responsibility to set a positive example and treat people with respect and dignity. More than likely Elon does not have the empathy to show toward a person with a disability because he so caught up into brilliance.
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Conclusion:
It is important for all employers and leaders to be aware of the impact of their words and actions on their employees and to create a work environment that is inclusive, supportive, and respectful of all individuals. When bosses mistreat or bully their employees, it can lead to a decrease in morale, productivity, and overall job satisfaction, which can have a negative impact on the company as a whole.