Special Ed

Special education is becoming a focal point of the American education system. People with disabilities are demonstrating that they have the determination and ability to succeed in normal classrooms. Meeting with the GW special education department showed me the challenges that special education kids face. Also by listening to a panel of special education students that consisted of a legally blind student, an Iraq war veteran who suffered a head injury that has caused him to suffer from short term memory loss, and our own Samuel Konig who also has a case of learning disabilities. By listening to all these men’s stories I was able to get a better understanding of their daily struggles they face and the support system that they need to succeed. Overall it was a fantastic program that is very interesting.

-Jeremy G, JAM '08
Deerfield, IL