Summer Inclusion Program ~ Deadline: Monday, June 1If your child receives special education services in school or requires any accommodations in programs, they may qualify for free inclusion support.

Summer Inclusion Program ~ Deadline: Monday, June 1If your child receives special education services in school or requires any accommodations in programs, they may qualify for free inclusion support. Our Therapeutic Recreation Specialist will work with your family to ensure the appropriate accommodations are being made, and our qualified inclusion staff will work with your child as needed in the various programs that they may attend in order to provide your child with a rewarding and fun experience. Our Therapeutic Recreation Specialist, support staff and program directors will work as a team to modify activities and/or equipment, provide emotional and behavioral support and facilitate social interaction so that all children can participate to their fullest potential. Burlington Parks and Recreation utilizes a group inclusion model and 1:1 support is granted only on an as-needed basis, pending assessment by the Therapeutic Recreation Specialist and pending staff availability. In order to accommodate with a sufficient number of staff members, the deadline to notify us for summer program support is June 1. If we are not notified by June 1, additional support services cannot be guaranteed. Thank you for your cooperation and understanding. NEW Participant Summer Inclusion Request If you are NEW to requesting inclusion support  please complete the summer inclusion request form linked above. RETURNING Participant Summer Inclusion Request If you are a RETURNING (requested inclusion support in 2025) participant please complete the summer inclusion request form linked above. **NOTE: Selecting programs on the inclusion request form does NOT count as registering for the program. Registration must be completed FIRST at www.burlingtonrecreation.org**Frequently Asked QuestionsWhat is inclusion support? Inclusion support is a process designed to increase independence within programs over time. Inclusion support will look different for each individual participant! The Therapeutic Recreation Specialist will utilize a comprehensive inclusion support assessment to determine which support strategies may work best for that unique participant.Who utilizes inclusion support? Participants with disabilities utilize inclusion support services. Are 1:1 staff available? Burlington Parks and Recreation utilizes a group inclusion support model. Group inclusion support is 1 inclusion staff supporting 2-3 participants within a group setting. 1:1 support is granted only on an as needed basis pending assessment by the Therapeutic Recreation Specialist and pending staff availability. Do inclusion staff receive training? Yes! Inclusion staff attend summer orientation with sessions focused on inclusion and accessibility. Inclusion staff are supervised throughout the summer by Therapeutic Recreation Specialist, Emma Andrus, CTRS. How do I know if inclusion support is the right fit for my family member? Join us on Wednesday, April 8 from 5 to 7 pm for an summer inclusion informational night. This is an opportunity for caregivers to learn more about inclusion services and ask any questions they may have. Register for the info night by clicking here.Have further questions? Click here to book a phone call with Therapeutic Recreation Specialist, Emma Andrus, CTRS.