The Real Thing

Meet Jan. She participated in Jump Rope Camp this summer at the City of Coronado. The City of Coronado is one of KIT's Alumni Affiliates and dedicated to the process of inclusion. As a trainer, I am always talking about inclusion, providing examples and creating scenarios to tackle with training participants. It is always refreshing to hear a story from the program's perspective - real and uncut. Here is how Recreation Specialist Sarah Melchert explained Jan's experience at camp:

"Jan truly benefited from inclusion this week. There were many girls who didn't think twice about including Jan in their group, during a game or even just an encouraging high five. Because of inclusion, Jan was able to [perform] the jump rope skills she saw [modeled] all around her which allowed her to improve and learn new skills. This is a skill Jan can practice and improve upon her whole life almost anywhere. A skill that will last! Way to go Jan!"

Sarah's enthusiasm for Jan's success came shining through in how she described the experience. Celebrating success is so important to the process of inclusion, which can sometimes present many challenges along the way to success. So I say, "Way to go City of Coronado!"