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198699 minPG-13documentary

5.2/ 10(4 ratings)• TMDB

Education Disability Inclusion

Hello, Kids!

198699 minPG-13documentary

5.2/ 10(4 ratings)• TMDB

Forty-five years after its founding, Nemunoki Gakuen continues to provide education and care for children with disabilities in Japan.

Education Disability Inclusion

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Forty-five years after its founding, Nemunoki Gakuen continues to provide education and care for children with disabilities in Japan.

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Mariko Miyagi

Mariko Miyagidirector

Mariko Miyagi

Mariko Miyagiwriter

Mariko Miyagi

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Nemunoki Gakuen, a school in Japan, marks its 45th anniversary in 1986. The institution focuses on the education and care of disabled children. Interviews with educators, parents, and students reveal the school's methods for creating an inclusive environment. The film documents the daily lives of students and the support they receive. It emphasizes the role of compassion in education and the lasting impact of Nemunoki Gakuen on its community.

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