Think Inclusive

Conversations about inclusive education and what inclusion looks like in the real world.

Cathi Davis on Creating Schools Where Every Learner Belongs ~ 1302

Watch this episode on YouTube. Cathi Davis on Creating Schools Where Every Learne | RSS.com Show Notes About the Guest(s) Cathi Davis is the principal of Ruby Bridges Elementary School in Woodinville, Washington, and the 2025 Washington State Principal of the Year. She leads a school built on the promise “we thought of you when we […]
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Don’t segregate. Could inclusion be this simple?

One film, one conversation, and one powerful reminder: belonging is the baseline. Hello inclusionists, Late-season baseball is my brain’s default setting right now. Every pitch matters, no panic, move the runner. Let’s go Dodgers. That is how my conversation with Samuel and Dan Habib felt on Think Inclusive. Except they are rooting for the Red Sox. Their new […]
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The Ride Ahead: Samuel and Dan Habib on Disability, Storytelling, and Inclusion ~ 1301

Watch the episode on YouTube. The Ride Ahead: Samuel and Dan Habib on Disability | RSS.com Show Notes About the Guest(s) Samuel Habib is a college student, filmmaker, and disability rights advocate. He co-directed The Ride Ahead, a documentary chronicling his transition into adulthood as a disabled person. Samuel works part-time at the Westchester Institute for Human […]
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Elizabeth Bonker: Empowering Nonspeakers with Communication and Education ~ 1246

Watch the episode on YouTube. Elizabeth Bonker: Empowering Nonspeakers with Comm | RSS.com Show Notes About the Guest(s):  Elizabeth Bonker is a passionate advocate and spokesperson for non-speaking individuals. Known for her work in promoting typing as a communication method for non-speakers, she has authored the book and album “I Am in Here.” Elizabeth gained […]
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Transforming California Education: EmbraceAbilities Drives Inclusive Change ~ 1245

Watch the episode on YouTube. Transforming California Education: EmbraceAbilitie | RSS.com Show Notes About the Guest(s) Marcia Reily is a Coordinator III with the EmbraceAbilities Grant Project at the Los Angeles County Office of Education. Her career focuses on developing inclusive educational systems for students with extensive support needs. With experience as a site administrator, […]
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Exploring Play’s Role in Inclusion and Personal Growth ~ 1244

Watch the episode on YouTube. Exploring Play’s Role in Inclusion and Personal Gr | RSS.com Show Notes About the Guest(s):  Dr. Leah Kelley is a distinguished neurodivergent education consultant, author, activist, educator, and parent. With 25 years of experience as a public school teacher, her roles have included primary teacher, inclusion resource teacher, and SEL […]

Voices of Change: Inside the EALA Community of Action ~ 1243

Watch the episode on YouTube. Voices of Change: Inside the EALA Community of Act | RSS.com Show Notes Episode Summary:  In this bonus episode of Think Inclusive, hosted by Tim Villegas, listeners are invited to relive a dynamic and innovative event organized by the Educating All Learners Alliance (EALA). The December 2024 retreat featured 22 […]

From Vision to Action: The Collaboration Behind Inclusion Today ~ 1242

Watch the episode on YouTube. From Vision to Action: The Collaboration Behind In | RSS.com Show Notes Episode Summary:  In this insightful bonus episode of the Think Inclusive podcast, host Tim Villegas and the Inclusion Today team explore the collaborative journey embarked upon with the Educating All Learners Alliance. Igniting an ambitious national campaign, their […]
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Scheduling is at the Heart of Inclusion

Welcome to our podcast learning pathway, designed for educators and stakeholders interested in fostering an inclusive mindset; here, you’ll find thought-provoking clips to help create a shared understanding of inclusive practices with your school team. These clips are part of a series of blog posts that align with our Mindset & Beliefs Podcast Learning Pathway. […]
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The 5 Ps of Inclusive Education

Welcome to our podcast learning pathway, designed for educators and stakeholders interested in fostering an inclusive mindset; here, you’ll find thought-provoking clips to help create a shared understanding of inclusive practices with your school team. These clips are part of a series of blog posts that align with our Mindset & Beliefs Podcast Learning Pathway. […]
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