Operating in the midst of a pandemic and in the face of national protests for equality and justice, schools have an opportunity to reshape themselves into institutions that provide the highest quality education for all children. | Pixabay
Operating in the midst of a pandemic and in the face of national protests for equality and justice, schools have an opportunity to reshape themselves into institutions that provide the highest quality education for all children. | Pixabay
Spokane officials have announced that they have built the city's first all-inclusive playground.
Officials add that the playground is designed to be "physically and socially inclusive."
The playground was built using a grant from Providence Health Care.
“In a time when kindness and cooperation is needed more than ever, Providence Playscape provides a safe and fun environment that promotes inclusivity, dignity and accessibility for people of all ages and abilities,” said Peg Currie, the chief operating officer for Providence Health Care in a press release. “This magical space aligns with our values and our commitment to creating healthier communities.”
“I’m so grateful to see such a wide-open play space with accessible equipment and surfaces,” says Keesha Sonnemaker, mother of four told the Spokane website. “Our family can now go to one spot that offers something for everyone – for my son in his wheelchair, my daughter with core balance needs, and our older kids who want to do bigger-kid things. Providence Playscape is truly all-inclusive and a place for us to be together, have fun and meet other families.”
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