Think Inclusive

Watch the episode on YouTube. Rethinking Behavior Support: Ending Restraint and | RSS.com 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 […]

Watch the episode on YouTube.  Transforming Schools with Truly Inclusive Leadersh | RSS.com 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 […]

Watch the episode on YouTube. Empowering Neurodivergent Students Through Storyte | RSS.com 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 […]

Watch the episode on YouTube. Transforming Inclusive Education Through Inclusion | RSS.com 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 […]

Instead of dwelling on the numerous challenges our world faces, we choose to spotlight small (and big) acts of rebellion. Hello Inclusionists,  Everywhere you look, there are reasons for despair.  Here is a non-exhaustive list of things I’ve read or watched that are keeping me hopeful.  …imagine what it would be like if half or […]

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. Unlocking Inclusive Strategies: Empower Every Chil | RSS.com Show Notes About the Guest(s): Jani Kozlowski is a renowned early childhood professional, boasting over 30 years of experience. She is an accomplished author and speaker, serving as a technical assistance specialist and consultant. Jani focuses on supporting the development of young […]

Watch the episode on YouTube. Why We Need to Blend General and Special Education | RSS.com Show Notes About the Guest(s): Jen Newton is an Associate Professor at Ohio University with a dedicated career in inclusive education spanning 25 years. Her expertise encompasses anti-racist, anti-ableist education, early childhood inclusion, and inclusive teacher preparation. Beginning her […]

Watch the episode on YouTube. Empowering Inclusion: Advocates Share Stories and | RSS.com Show Notes About the Guest(s): Brilly Semenova: Brilly is a passionate advocate for individuals with disabilities, having started her advocacy journey during her middle school years. She is based in Maryland but operates nationally, providing resources and support to families and individuals. […]

Tim Villegas spent nearly twenty years working with the kids Robert F. Kennedy Jr. said would “never hold a job,” “never write a poem,” and “never go out on a date.” In this edition of the Weeklyish, we revisit the early days of his career and share a much different vision of what students with […]