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What happens when the "yellow" bus stops coming

 People without disabilities have opportunities to do the following: go to college and get a degree in whatever field they want to work in. Secure and retain competitive employment that fits their skills. Live independently in houses or apartments.  BUT unfortunately people with disabilities often have limited opportunities to achieve their dreams. This has had me thinking about: What happens when the yellow bus stops coming? What do you do we do to make the world more inclusive for those with disabilities?  I remember my time at Chaparral High School like it was yesterday. Chaparral made me into the person I am today. I was part of our Life Skills Center Special Education program and loved it. While I loved my special education classes, I really enjoyed all the mainstream classes I took like Web Page Design, Cool Stuff Technology, Yearbook Production and English 1. I was fortunate enough to have classes with students who were willing to help me. One of my friends was Cal...