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Epilepsy Smart Schools

November 1, 2024
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Being “Epilepsy Smart” is important and relevant for all schools.

An “Epilepsy Smart” school is one that understands epilepsy.

It puts in place inclusive practices to support a student with epilepsy achieve their academic potential and develop positive social relationships.

After all, a large proportion of every child’s life consists of the time they spend at school.


Epilepsy Awareness Brainstorm!

March 7, 2011
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This is about awareness, not fundraising. Although if funds came out of it, that’s ok!

Last night, I kicked around the idea of starting a grass-roots epilepsy advocacy group. (The working name is Epilepsy Awareness Alliance, although it doesn’t matter.)

Nothing to do with the government, but probably with some ties or support info from the EFA.

We could have informal talks, appealing to religious organizations, local schools and colleges, neighbors, friends. Even Facebook pages — for those who have them…


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    Phylis Feiner Johnson

    Phylis Feiner Johnson

    I've been a professional copywriter for over 35 years. I also had epilepsy for decades. My mission is advocacy; to increase education, awareness and funding for epilepsy research. Together, we can make a huge difference. If not changing the world, at least helping each other, with wisdom, compassion and sharing.

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