Interview With Sharon (Continued)

Q: Do you feel that the other students in the classrooms you have been in benefited from having one or more special needs students in their class?
A: As previously mentioned, I do feel that students benefit from being aware of these individuals needs. It will make them more accepting in society and it can assist them in their knowledge of passing on this information to others who may be ignorant in this area.
Q: Do you feel that all special needs students whould be in regular classrooms? If not, where do you think the line should be drawn?
A: I do not feel that all special needs students belong in a 'regular classroom'. If a classroom has the stimuli and staff for more challenged individuals, I feel that it is to their benefit to be in this environment. Not all classrooms can accomodate swings, toys, stands, tables for toiletting; all necessities for the level of learning for some individuals.
Q: Do you feel that the education of special needs students has improved with time? Why or why not?
A: I definately feel that the education for special needs has improved with time. I remember that when I went to school these students were put into a 'special' class and the rest of the school didn't even know their names. There was so much opportunity for education and social interaction, but it wasn't taken advantage of.