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Support Luke's right to be upright

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Started by pauline kelly melia 14 years, 5 months ago
"We the undersigned, call upon Knocktemple National School and the Department of Education to recognise the legally protected human rights of Luke Kelly Melia to unimpeded education in a safe environment in which he can utilise his assistant dog, to play to the best of the ability his mobility affords him, and to move around the school with dignity and independence with the aid of his Irish Dogs for the Disabled registered assistance dog Aidan,in line with the Equality Act 2007.

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Reached 1,000 supporters

March 7, 2012

March 6, 2012

The momentum behind this initiative continues to grow at a steady and encouraging pace. This level of interest underscores the importance of securing Luke's right to dignity and independence within his school environment.

March 5, 2012

The stories shared in the comments section highlight the profound impact that independence has on a child's educational experience. I am currently documenting these perspectives to ensure that the administration understands the full weight of this request. Further action is being prepared behind the scenes to keep this momentum moving forward.

Reached 100 supporters

March 3, 2012

6 Comments

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pat murphy
12 years ago Featured

Luke deserves much better treatment and support. also there could have been an emergency Board meeting to clear the matter up.

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Dave Fleming
14 years ago Featured

DISGRACEFUL. The law is the law. Let him keep the dog at school.

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Sarah Hale
14 years ago Featured

This is just shameful. Let the poor boy have his dog with him. It is 2014 for heaven sake.

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Aoife Sloan
14 years ago Featured

Poor Luke. He is only a kid and just wants to learn. Hope this gets sorted out fast because he should not have to deal with this stress.

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Ciara Yamamoto
14 years ago Featured

I am so angry reading this. Luke just wants to be like everyone else. Why are they making it so hard for him.

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Mark Sandoval
14 years ago Featured

What is the school actually thinking? That dog helps him get through the day. Just let it happen.

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