This article highlights the salient characteristics of champions of inclusion who successfully promote inclusion in schools. These individuals help make it possible for students with disabilities to participate meaningfully with their peers in various activities. The article identifies five key characteristics of these champions: they CONNECT with students with disabilities as individuals who are contributors first; they COMMUNICATE enthusiasm and act comfortably around students with disabilities; they CHALLENGE students with disabilities to work their best toward high standards; they CREATIVELY adapt and UTILIZE appropriate strategies and materials to help students with disabilities learn and succeed; and they COLLABORATE with others to maximize students' development.