March is Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month. We’re kicking it off with big news. Our new Real Talk series is out! Real Talk programs are created for self-advocates, by self-advocates. That means they are not just participants. They are leaders and teachers. Self-advocate leaders in the Real Talk series are paid for their work. They are […]
Category: Teachers and Service Providers
Inclusion Beyond the Classroom: Homecoming Edition
It’s homecoming season. Across the country, people are cheering for their teams. They are celebrating “Friday night lights.” It’s a fun time for students to come together. But for many people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD), those moments of celebration never happen. They may be included in the classroom. But they are left out […]
High Expectations for Self-Advocates: The Right Support Leads to Success
Back-to-school month continues! This week, we talk about high expectations for self-advocates. When teachers set the bar high, students succeed. But only when they also get the right support. A Lifetime Love of Learning When teachers believe in their students, amazing things can happen. James Meadours is a great example. In high school, he was […]
Celebrating Amazing Special Education Teachers
Special education teachers are amazing. They help students with disabilities learn, grow, and achieve. They work hard every day. Let’s celebrate them for all they do! Everyday Heroes Special education teachers do some of the hardest, most important work in school. They wear many hats. They are disability and education experts. These teachers manage complex […]