🌟 The #MTSS framework cornerstone lies in universal design for learning, implemented in every #classroom for every #student. #LeadInclusion #EdLeaders #Teachers #UDL #TeacherTwitter

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At 18, Jordyn Zimmerman’s world opened up when she got hold of a communication app on an iPad for the first time. She is a nonspeaking autistic woman, and hadn’t been able to use her voice to the fullest until then. Now, she is a fierce advocate for others with disabilities.

One of my favorite Building Wings #Readtopia units!

In honor of Global Accessibility Awareness Day, check out the POUR principles as a place to start in creating accessible materials. These principles define four qualities of an accessible experience. ow.ly/C7oh50RIXXV #GAAD #AEM4all #accessibility

Celebrating 14 yrs of marriage and incredibly grateful for the balance we've found together, always supporting each other's passions and purpose. We continually challenge each other to grow in all areas of life. Here’s to more yrs of growth, love and adventure! Anthony Sheehan

"Be that person who decides that now is the time that every child deserves access to comprehensive literacy and that you can be the person who brings it to them." Watch a recording of Dr. Erickson's presentation or read a summary at: bit.ly/4ayjKT4 #SpecialEducation

🚀 Meet Corgi, a powerful tool that supports students in developing content-specific practices and habits of mind! Whether you’re teaching science or history, Corgi helps all learners, including those with learning disabilities, make significant gains.  Ready to see how it

Universal Design for Learning (UDL) is not as simple as deciding to 'Do UDL' in a single lesson or unit. Instead, UDL encourages us to engage in a cycle of ongoing improvement, always striving to create spaces where every student can thrive.

"They need to learn 'functional skills.'" Just say no to years of instruction on telling time and counting change! The time for #inclusion is now. #NoExcusesNovember #inclusiveeducation #inclusionrevolution #inclusionmatters - Visit empoweredschool.org

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EVERY TEACHER IS A PART OF MTSS Just because you may not provide "specialized services" doesn't mean you aren't part of the process. EVERY one of us brings the most effective piece to the process: Tier 1 If Tier 1 isn't what it should be, the other Tiers really won't do much.

The success of inclusion depends more on what classroom teachers do than on what special education teachers do. #LeadInclusion #TeacherTwitter #UDL #InclusiveEd #EdLeaders

Dedicated independent reading time allows learners to explore books, helping them build confidence as readers and learners. The key? ✨Accessibility and choice.✨ Books should be available in formats that meet each learner’s needs, including read-alouds.

Caring is a success strategy! When you care, you give more, do more, and create more. Caring is the difference between going through the motions, doing a job—and building a masterpiece. Discipline and consistency matter. But caring and devotion is what fuels both. So don’t

Every learner begins somewhere. 🌱 The feedback we offer at the start shapes how far they go. Great learning begins with great listening. 💬✨ #Education #EarlyLearning #InspiredTeaching

Professors David Yoder, Ph.D., Karen Erickson, Ph.D., and @Koppenhaverd Ph.D., outlined literacy rights that should be assured for all. Let’s work together to make these rights a reality—share, advocate, and teach. #AllMeansAll #LiteracyForAll #SpecialEd #SchoolOT #SchoolSLPs

Excited to share all things #AssistiveTechnology at TCEA Librarian Conference today. Join us if you can!

We've got the receipts. Nearly 50 years of research shows #inclusion works. We're done debating! Get your free guide on the research at empoweredschool.org/research