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Illness & Disability

School hallwayMoving from special education to mainstream classes

If you are moving into a mainstream classroom, it is because you really belong there. Even so, there may be things you need help with. Never be afraid to ask someone for a hand. If something is out of your reach or you have a question about the assignment, that doesn’t mean you don’t belong there. Everyone needs help sometimes, so don’t be afraid to ask for it. You just may make a new friend!

Check out tips on talking about your disability or illness.

Read about making new friends.

Content last updated June 2, 2007

U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Office on Women's Health.

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