On October 6, 2025, communities around the world recognized World Cerebral Palsy Day, honoring more than 50 million people living with CP. In Los Angeles, the day also marked one year since LAUSD adopted the World CP Day resolution, a partnership between Board Member Scott Schmerelson’s office and Inclusive Sol.

The resolution advances awareness through educator training, inclusive practices, and opportunities that help students with disabilities participate, belong, and thrive.

This year, that vision came to life at my son Elijah’s school: green bracelets, conversations about inclusion, and small moments demonstrating how awareness can become culture.

Watching a sea of green bracelets at dismissal was a reminder that inclusion grows through everyday actions, not only policy.

As we move forward, may we continue creating schools and communities where every child is seen, supported, and celebrated.