Think Inclusive

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. […]

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. […]

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. […]

Watch the episode on YouTube. Show Notes About the Guest(s):  Rachel Zemach is a deaf author and former educator with a passionate career centered around advocating for deaf students. Her profound experiences in mainstream education as a deaf teacher culminated in the writing of her book, “The Butterfly Cage: Joy, Heartache, and Corruption Teaching While […]

Watch the episode on YouTube.  Show Notes About the Guest(s):  Emily Ladau is an eloquent activist, writer, and speaker, known for her relentless advocacy for disability rights. With a decade of experience, Emily serves as the editor of Able News, a digital newspaper amplifying the voices and stories of New York’s vibrant disability community. Her […]

Watch the episode on YouTube.  Show Notes About the Guest(s):  Charmaine Thaner is a seasoned educator and advocate with over 30 years of experience, who has dedicated her career to supporting families and children with special needs. As a mother to a son with Down syndrome, she blends personal experience with professional expertise to guide […]

Watch the episode on YouTube. Show Notes About the Guest(s):  Guy Stevens is a nationally recognized expert and advocate for ending restraint and seclusion in schools. He is the founder of the Alliance Against Seclusion and Restraint (AASR), a nonprofit organization focused on reforming punitive discipline practices in educational settings. Guy is also a board […]

Watch the episode on YouTube.  Show Notes About the Guest(s):  Toni Barton is a leader in education innovation and the founder of Speligent. She is a recognized authority on transforming schools through inclusive, equity-driven, and tech-enabled learning models, having gained vast experience as a teacher, principal, and district leader. Toni initiated the Inclusive Schools Leadership […]

Watch the episode on YouTube. Show Notes About the Guest(s):  Riley Mulcahy is the founder and Executive Director of The Riley Project, a nonprofit organization focused on storytelling and community building for individuals with learning differences. A graduate of St. Mary’s College of California with a background in English and Creative Writing, Riley is also […]

Watch the episode on YouTube. Show Notes About the Guest(s):  Alissa Rausch is a dedicated advocate for inclusive education rights, especially for young children with disabilities and various intersectional identities. Based at the University of Denver, she has extensive experience as a provider, program leader, educator, and technical assistance provider, notably developing inclusive programs and […]