What people have said about the film...
This film captures both the experience of inclusive education and the challenges faced by families living through autism. Thank you for this joyful depiction of people we love. Every family, every educator, every person who thinks they know what education is and can be should see this film. - Lisa N.
A beautiful film - it truly captures the wonderful interactions that take place between all types of children in an inclusive environment. Thank you! - Maria E.
I thought the film did an excellent job of capturing the spirit of inclusion at Ed Smith School and all the children involved. It was great and a must see for parents, educators, administrators, politicians...! - Melissa H.
It's an awesome movie that proves that all kids are treated equal at Ed Smith [Elementary School] - Ella N., age 11
Great job! The message is so vividly spoken in the words of the typical peers. It's an opportunity to show how differences are valued in an unselfconscious way. - Ellen B., principal of inclusive pre-school
Very powerful , especially in showing how inclusive education benefits everyone. Thank you - Terrance G.
Well researched and sensitive to the language of disability. The film was so thorough in exploring the school and home lives of Daniel and Cory. I would be interested in learning more about why some people are opposed to inclusive education. - Lauren S.
You've captured many things in this film - inclusive education on the surface, but more deeply, what it means to be part of a community - what it means to be human. We should each be reminded of these things daily! Well done! - Kevin N.
Thank you for capturing the essence of these children. - Mary W.
The film is a testament to the wonderful feeling the producers have for people helping people. - Thomas L.
Your presentation was great and explained a lot. Keep up the good work! - Hamilton W., age 11
Heart warming - true sense of what the city schools do - gave a wonderful sense of community of caring. - Anne B.
Fabulous! Thank you for including Daniel and our family in your film. - Stephanie O., mother of Daniel, a 5th grader who has autism.
Very well done. Moving. - Renee D.
The film did such a wonderful job of capturing the diversity of Ed Smith [Elementary School]. - Ann S.
I thought you did a fine job conveying inclusion. - Jim M., father of typical child in Ed Smith.
Life is inclusive. We should prepare for it. You have captured the spectrum nicely. Children don't hate, they learn from experiences and from those around them. Ed Smith offers a truly progressive, educational opportunity. - H.W.
I thought it was very nice to have three autistic kids in my class. - Sarabeth E., typical 4th grader in an inclusive school.
I think that this video was very inclusive. I learned a lot from this video about autism. I really enjoyed it and can't wait til it comes out on DVD. - Ranya S., typical 3rd grader in an inclusive school.
I like the part when he had three of those fruit bowls. I liked the movie! - Clara N., age 5.
The movie was great, I really liked it. - Zykijah B., elementary school student.
We are very fortunate to have been highlighted in an documentary entitled, "Elementary Ed". Samantha Grogin and Andy Genovese produced a documentary as their thesis project for Syracuse University with our inclusion program as the focus. This documentary was very well received by all at the screening and we hope to share it with you soon. It was not only a wonderfully produced piece of film, but it truly captured the essence of what Edward Smith School is all about.
- Daryl H., principal of Ed Smith Elementary School.
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