Episode 58: History of the Disability Rights Movement and Person First-Language
On today’s episode I welcome my guest, Dr. Heather Austin, director of special services at Clark public schools. today. Heather joins me to discuss presentation from the All In winter conference titled the history of the disability rights movement, and person first language. We engage in a discussion about the history of the disability rights movement, the progress that still need still made, and how the way in which content is presented informs our own teaching practice and engagement in social spheres
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Episode 57: Engaging and Supporting a Classroom of Diverse Learners
Luke LaChac joins Arthur on this week’s episode of the Inclusion Think Tank. Luke is a middle school history teacher. Luke discusses how using the principles of universal design, scaffolding, and differentiation can be beneficial to all learners.
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Episode 56: I Think They Can!: From Deficit Thinking to a Strengths Based Approach
Julie Lang, an Inclusion Facilitator for All In, joins Arthur on this episode of the Inclusion Think Tank to discuss how educators can shift from a deficit thinking to a strengths-based approach to benefit all of their students in the classroom.
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Episode 55: Affirming Perspectives for Students with Autism
Dr. Shri Rao joins Arthur on the Inclusion Think Tank podcast. They discuss the importance of embracing welcoming first-person narratives and perspectives and practices that affirm neurodiversity.
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Episode 54: Inclusion Basics and Beyond at the Secondary Level
Today I welcome my guests Kathleen Derillo and Jennifer Horne. Kathleen is the District Supervisor of Special Services and Projects in the Kenilworth school district. Jennifer is the Supervisor of Special Services at Bridgewater Raritan Regional High School. During our conversation, we discussed helpful communication and collaboration strategies and how educators can incorporate these practices to meet the needs of all learners.
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Episode 53: A Small Perspective Change Can Eliminate Resource Rooms in High School
Rachael Graves and Mary Rose Pullo join Arthur on the Inclusion Think Tank this week. Their conversation explores the necessary steps that need to be taken to eliminate resource rooms in high school and why it may not be as difficult as you may think.
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Episode 52: Trauma 101 and Self-Care = Resiliency
This is a content warning: This episode discusses self-harm and suicide. Listener/viewer discretion is advised
On this episode of the Inclusion Think Tank, Arthur is joined by Kory Kutzler. Kory is a supervisor for a partial hospitalization program in Pennsylvania and oversees teachers and psychologists at the Northampton County Detention Center. Arthur and Kory talk about how trauma-informed care can be applied in the classroom, and some self-care techniques that can be beneficial to students and educators as well.
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Episode 51: Empowering Equity: Engaging Students to Explore the Disability Rights Movement
Kate Sullivan joins Arthur on this episode of the Inclusion Think Tank to talk about the importance and impact of the disability rights movement and how learning about this historical moment can help students gain a deeper understanding of societal inequities and cultivate the empathy and advocacy skills necessary for creating a more inclusive school environment.
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Episode 50: Overcoming Challenges When Working Toward Inclusion
On today’s episode, I welcome my guests, Kevin Morra and Alyssa Rush. Kevin is the Director of Special Services and Alyssa is a Supervisor of Special Education at Berkeley Heights School District.
Alyssa Kevin of Berkeley join me on the Inclusion Think Tank podcast to discuss how they address the challenges faced when implementing inclusive practices in their district.
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Episode 49: Planning For Success: Specially Designed Instruction
On today’s episode, I welcome my guest Sara Jutcovich. Sara is an Inclusion Facilitator with ALL IN, She is currently a doctoral student studying Educational Leadership with a specialization in Special Education. During our conversation today, we discussed Specially Designed Instruction, often referred to as SDI, why is it important, and how educators can plan or incorporate SDI into their classroom setting.
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Episode 48: We're All In, Are You?
On today's episode, I welcome my guest, Fred. Fred is the Chief Executive Officer of New Jersey Coalition for Inclusive Education, which is now All In For Inclusive Education.
In our conversation today, Fred, shares the exciting news about our transition from New Jersey Coalition for Inclusive Education to All In For Inclusive Education, what that name change means and what you can expect from the organization going forward.
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Episode 47: Inclusion, in the Classroom, and Beyond
Pamela Donovan, the founder, President, and CEO of the board of Ethan and the Bean, discusses how their organization collaborates with local schools and businesses to create an inclusive work environment outside of the classroom for students with disabilities.
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Episode 46: A Parent's Perspective on Inclusion, Part 2
Today I continue my conversation with Anjali, a parent advocate. As we conclude our discussion, Anjali shares what message she would like all educators and school districts to know about autism.
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Episode 45: A Parent's Perspective on Inclusion, Part 1
This is part 1 of my conversation with Anjali. Anjali is a parent of two children who were diagnosed with Autism and Fragile X Syndrome. She shares what their family’s journey has been like working toward inclusion in their school district.
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Episode 44: The Benefits of Inclusive Education, Part 2
In this episode, I continue my conversation with Arvin Arjona. Arvin shares how he can adapt his dance classes to be accessible and inclusive for his disabled students.
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Episode 43: The Benefits of Inclusive Education, Part 1
On today’s episode, I welcome my guest Arvin Arjona, a fine arts teacher of dance. This is part one of our conversation where Arvin shares what inclusive education means to him, and the benefit that inclusive education can have on all students.
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Episode 42: The Possibility of Inclusion: Part 2
On today’s episode, I welcome Vikas back for part 2 of our conversation. Vikas is a parent advocate, and as we continue our conversation Vikas shares what advice he has for schools and for parents who are on this inclusive education Journey.
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Episode 41: The Possibility of Inclusion
This is Part 1 of my conversation with Vikas, a parent advocate who shares his family’s story of working toward inclusion in his daughter’s school district.
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Episode 40: A Family's Journey to Inclusion, Part 2
This is part two of Arthur’s conversation with Maureen from IncludeNJ and a parent who is advocating for her child to be included in the classroom. Listen to find out what advice our guest has for districts and other parents who are working toward a more inclusive environment for their students.
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Episode 39: A Family's Journey to Inclusion
The Inclusion Think Tank is back with a brand new episode today. Arthur shares part 1 of his conversation with Maureen from IncludeNJ, and a parent advocate who shares her family’s inclusive education journey in two different states.
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