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“Pat McDonald uses a wheelchair and plans to play on a tour with the Professional Golfers Association of America. Disability should not be used as an excuse to tell someone they cannot do something.”
― Diamond Jewels Doval, Ableism in Education

“According to Talia Hibbert, the places where people overlook your abilities have led you to believe you lack potential. However, your intelligence and capabilities are beyond question, and if people struggle to recognize that, it’s their fault, not yours.”
― Diamond Jewels Doval, Ableism in Education

“Martin Luther King’s most inspirational words were I have a dream. It is crucial not to let your disability stop you from fulfilling your dreams.”
― Diamond Jewels Doval, Ableism in Education

“The American writer and teacher Helen Keller was born in 1921. She represents an extraordinary achievement in educational history for teaching students with disabilities, despite her advanced education. She inspires me as an activist; she has achieved her goals throughout her career and refused to back down; this woman has influenced my life; simply being yourself can be empowering.”
― Diamond Jewels Doval, Ableism in Education

“The identity of students in Special Education schools depends on their disabilities rather than their abilities in several schools. Language reflects people’s perceptions; labeling someone as disabled is considered degrading; no one likes to be called that; the first language process is essential because it is necessary to use possessive language when referring to people with disabilities; all schools should use this process to identify their students.”
― Diamond Jewels Doval, Ableism in Education

“There should never be a time when you are quick to judge someone with a disability. According to Reeve, a hero is someone who perseveres despite overwhelming obstacles. (Christopher)”
― Diamond Jewels Doval, Ableism in Education

“Hamilton stated I couldn’t tell you how many times I have been turned down, only to find that a better, brighter, bigger yes was just around the corner. (Arlan)”
― Diamond Jewels Doval, Ableism in Education

“Consider it a quest to prove yourself by getting to know yourself and enhancing your strengths; your student life may improve more as you prepare for graduation.”
― Diamond Jewels Doval, Ableism in Education

“The ability to persevere is something you can develop throughout your life; it is about having the motivation to keep going and taking one step after another, even when the odds are against you.”
― Diamond Jewels Doval, Ableism in Education

“Cameron states in her quote that writers can control their writing abilities when they are in a good mood. It becomes something we can do as conveniently as picking up a hammer and pounding a nail instead of standing on a rock of isolation and begging the wind for inspiration. (Julia)”
― Diamond Jewels Doval, Ableism in Education

“King said reading and writing are the two things you need to do above all else to become a writer. (Stephan)”
― Diamond Jewels Doval, Ableism in Education

“A Kingsolver quote says, If you want to write, close the door, don’t let anyone see you. Find what you have to say. It is your only contribution. (Barbara)”
― Diamond Jewels Doval, Ableism in Education

“Joubert said one should never write about something they’re not passionate about as a writer. (Joseph)”
― Diamond Jewels Doval, Ableism in Education

“In the words of Faulkner, To be a successful writer, one must have three key ingredients: observation, imagination, and experience. If one of these things is not strong, the other two can compensate. (William)”
― Diamond Jewels Doval, Ableism in Education

“A wise woman once said that children dread mathematics because the subject is nothing more than a subject. Without mathematics, you are powerless. Mathematics is everywhere. Math is in everything. (Devi)”
― Diamond Jewels Doval, Ableism in Education

“As Parsons & Bynner (1997) claim, understanding and using numbers are prerequisites to economic and social success. It is necessary to provide additional instruction, targeted learning opportunities, and practice to develop this network.”
― Diamond Jewels Doval, Ableism in Education