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As the presidential election draws near, conversations around civic engagement are more important than ever. Voting is a fundamental right that allows individuals to shape the future of their communities and the country. However, for disabled individuals, voting can be a complicated and often inaccessible process. Despite recent progress, many barriers remain that prevent full …

Empowered Voting and Accessibility for the Disability Community Read More »

Individualized Education Program (IEP) meetings are an essential process for parents, educators, and specialists working together to create a tailored education plan that supports a disabled student’s success. For many parents, these meetings can feel overwhelming and complicated, filled with jargon and procedures that may be hard to follow. However, as both a parent of …

Navigating IEP Meetings: Insights from a Parent and Assistive Technology Consultant on Bridging Accessibility and Inclusion with Technology Read More »

Social Emotional Learning (SEL) is a crucial aspect of education that helps students acquire and effectively apply the knowledge, skills, and attitudes necessary to understand and manage emotions, set and achieve positive goals, feel and show empathy for others, establish and maintain positive relationships, and make responsible decisions. While SEL is important for all students, …

Understanding Social Emotional Learning and Its Importance for Inclusion in Special Education Read More »

While I typically share my blog posts on Mondays, today’s heartbreaking events have created a sense of urgency. In light of what has happened, I want to take this moment to shed light on an important conversation about keeping our disabled students safe during emergencies. With the tragic reality of school shootings and other emergencies …

Protecting Disabled Students: Ensuring Safety During School Emergencies Read More »

As we continue to make progress toward a more inclusive society, it’s important to tackle and dispel the persistent myths surrounding disabilities and inclusive education. Despite the advancements we’ve achieved, many misconceptions still linger, potentially hindering our efforts to create the warm and understanding environment everyone deserves. Let’s explore some of these common myths, debunk …

Breaking Down Disability Myths and Building a Truly Inclusive Education Read More »