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13 Reasons Why You Should Come to the Think Inclusive Birthday Party on Giving Tuesday

Hi friends! Think Inclusive is turning 13, and honestly, I can’t believe it. When I started this podcast, it was just an idea. A way to share stories about inclusion and belonging and connect with people who are passionate about this work. Over the years, it’s grown into a community of educators, advocates, and families […]

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All Students Belong: Reflections from My Conversation with Will Parker

School should be a place where every learner belongs. Hello inclusionists, If you’ve ever wondered what it’s like to be a guest on a podcast, I’ll let you in on a secret: I love it. If you have a podcast (even if it’s just you and your dog listening) don’t hesitate to reach out. I’ll

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The world feels upside-down. Here’s how we can move forward.

In a world where inclusion often feels like an uphill battle, this edition of the Weeklyish offers 21 practical ways to move inclusive education forward—starting today. Hello inclusionists, We live in a time when it’s easier to criticize than to collaborate. The world feels like it is upside-down. Conversations about education are often hijacked by

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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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One parent’s fight for inclusive education in Georgia

The educational landscape is changing whether you like it or not. Some inclusionists are taking matters into their own hands.  Hello Inclusionists, Recently, I had the privilege to spend time with Chelsea Hutchings, parent of a child with Down syndrome and fierce advocate for inclusive education in Georgia. Chelsea, who lives in Gwinnett County, experienced

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Statement for the Care of Life

MCIE comes together and recognizes one another—individuals, organizations, companies, and collectives from different territories—to reaffirm a pact: to protect life in all its diversity. March 14, 2025 Today, we come together and recognize one another—individuals, organizations, businesses, and collectives from different lands—to reaffirm a pact: to protect life in all its diversity. We are currently

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Do words even mean anything anymore?

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) are often misrepresented, but as inclusionists, we know the path to true inclusion has always faced challenges. In this edition of the Weeklyish, we share stories from fellow educators who are making a real impact through inclusive practices in public education. Hello Inclusionists,  I love getting the weekend newspaper. I’ve

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