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Uncover the Power of Belonging in Inclusive Education with Erik Carter

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 and research-based strategies for promoting full participation, relationships, and valued […]

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

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 of the podcast “All Our Brave Hearts” along with his sister, Tara. Their podcast aims to

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Inclusionists Discuss Strategies and Stories in Education Panel

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 Quinn: A former special education teacher, Lisa is now

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FEED DROP: The Inclusion Think Tank by NJCIE

This week, we bring you a feed drop by our friends at the New Jersey Coalition for Inclusive Education (NJCIE), the Inclusion Think Tank Podcast with Arthur Aston. In this episode, Vikas, a parent advocate, shares his family’s journey toward inclusive education for his daughter with Down syndrome, emphasizing the importance of effective communication between

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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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FEED DROP: Inclusive Education Roadmap Part Two – Inclusive Occupations

Think Inclusive is off for the summer, but in the meantime, enjoy this feed drop from our friend Savitha Sundar. Host Savita Sundar, a school-based occupational therapist, welcomes guest Dr. Debbie Taub to discuss the Inclusive Education Roadmap. They delve into the benefits of starting students in general education, the importance of inclusive practices, and

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FEED DROP: Inclusive Education Roadmap Part One – Inclusive Occupations

Think Inclusive is off for the summer, but we have feed drops from some of our podcasting friends in the meantime! In this episode of Inclusive Occupations, host Savitha Sundar engages in a compelling conversation with Dr. Diane Ryndak, an esteemed scholar and advocate for inclusive education. Dr. Ryndak discusses her personal journey and the

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High School Graduate with Down Syndrome Fights for Inclusion

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 small business, Pop Queen Baked Goods. Ashlynn advocates for including students with disabilities in

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Empowering Neurodivergent Middle Schoolers with Bari Levin

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. Bari co-leads the We All Learn Differently campaign

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