On Friday, February 9th, Del Campo threw their first sensory-friendly dance. The goal of this dance is to provide an event where special needs kids can have experiences just like every other high schooler. Typical dances can be too overwhelming for some people to have fun. Mrs. Nelson, the Special Education Department Chair,  student government, and the Best Buddies Club all helped put this event together. Best Buddies is an all-inclusive club that helps people with IDD’s (intellectual development disabilities) make friends with people on campus.

There are many ways to make a dance more sensory-friendly. This dance had quieter music, no flashing or bright lights, other activities besides dancing, and more chaperones for fewer kids. The hope is that this dance brings attention to the fact that not everyone can attend normal school activities, but they still deserve the chance to experience them. The organizers would like this dance to pave the way for more just like it, and to spread to other schools besides Del Campo.