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Inclusion Starts Now: Building Relationships to Promote Inclusive Education ~ 1206

Inclusion Starts Now: Building Relationships to Pr | RSS.com Show Notes About the Guest(s): Kayla Coburn is an inclusive education advocate and former special education teacher, known for her transformative work in promoting inclusive practices within schools. Having taught in both inclusive and segregated classrooms, Kayla brings firsthand experience to her consultancy, “Inclusion Starts Now.” […]

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Using Data to Advocate for Inclusive Education and Policy Change ~ 1205

Using Data to Advocate for Inclusive Education and | RSS.com Show Notes About the Guest(s): Liz Zogby is a dedicated advocate in the special education and disability space based in Baltimore City. She is the co-chair of the Maryland Down Syndrome Advocacy Coalition (MDAC) and the Special Education Policy and Advocacy Project. Liz also co-chairs

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Uncover the Power of Belonging in Inclusive Education with Erik Carter ~ 1204

Uncover the Power of Belonging in Inclusive Educat | RSS.com Show Notes About the Guest(s): Erik Carter serves as Executive Director of the Baylor Center for Developmental Disabilities, which aims to promote the thriving of people with disabilities and their families. He joined the Baylor faculty in 2023. His research and writing focus on principle-driven

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The Call for Access to Spelling for Nonspeakers in Schools with Danny and Tara Whitty ~ 1203

Watch the episode on YouTube. The Call for Access to Spelling for Nonspeakers in | RSS.com Show Notes About the Guest(s) Danny Whitty is a non-speaking autistic advocate who uses spelling to communicate. He has gained attention for his insights into living as a non-speaker and his advocacy for disability rights. Danny is a co-host

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The Harsh Realities of Segregated Classrooms ~ 1202

Watch the episode now on YouTube. The Harsh Realities of Segregated Classrooms | RSS.com Show Notes About the Guest(s) Tim Villegas is the Director of Communications for the Maryland Coalition for Inclusive Education (MCIE). He is also the founder of Think Inclusive, which is the blog, podcast, and social media handle of MCIE. He has

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Inclusionists Discuss Strategies and Stories in Education Panel ~ 1201

Watch on YouTube. A Conversation with Inclusionists | RSS.com Show Notes About the Guest(s): Margo Gross: Margo serves as the Supervisor of Equity for Calvert County Public Schools. Her work focuses on identifying and dismantling barriers to inclusion within educational environments, advocating for equity, and ensuring that all students have equal opportunities to thrive. Lisa

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Inclusive Preschool Programs: Lessons from the Think Inclusive Podcast

In a collaborative effort between Club 21 and the Maryland Coalition for Inclusive Education, we are excited to present this unique blog post highlighting podcast episodes focused on inclusive early childhood education. This post features six episodes from the Think Inclusive podcast, each accompanied by a summary and thought-provoking reflection questions. Our goal is to

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High School Graduate with Down Syndrome Fights for Inclusion ~ 1140

Watch now on YouTube. Graduate Excluded at Ceremony Sparks Fight for Inc | RSS.com Show Notes About the Guest(s): Ashlynn Rich: Ashlynn Rich is a recent high school graduate with Down syndrome. She graduated with honors and earned the title of scholar-athlete for her involvement in the school’s swim team. She also owns her own

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Empowering Neurodivergent Middle Schoolers with Bari Levin ~ 1138

We All Learn Differently: Empowering Neurodivergen | RSS.com Show Notes About the Guest(s): Bari Levin is a retired special educator with over 34 years of experience, predominantly working with middle school students with learning differences. She is actively involved with the I Am Able Foundation, focusing on storytelling to remove the stigma associated with neurodiversity.

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