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Illness & Disability

School hallwayMoving to special education from mainstream classes

Moving to special education classes can be hard. You probably are used to being in class with your friends and do not want to move to classes where you do not know people. You may also feel like you’re being moved because there is something wrong with you. That is not true! If you are moving to a special education class, it is because you will be able to learn better there. Give it a chance. You just might like it there, and you may even make some new friends!

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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