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Welcome to ”The Inclusion Podcast” —your go-to source for making inclusive education a reality. Whether you’re a school leader, educator, advocate, parent, paraprofessional, or simply passionate about creating more inclusive school spaces, this podcast is for you. In each 15-minute episode, we dive into the heart of inclusive education, offering expert insights, real-world strategies, and answers to burning questions on how to make every classroom welcoming for all students, PreK-12. From redefining what special education is (and isn’t) to understanding Least Restrictive Environment (LRE) and exploring cutting-edge co-teaching practices, we cover the essential topics that help schools transform. Join us as we break down complex ideas into actionable steps, challenge outdated special education practices, and provide you with the tools to create environments where every student thrives. Whether you’re navigating the challenges of inclusive change or looking to elevate your practices, we’re here to inspire, motivate, and guide you every step of the way. Ready to create schools where everyone belongs? Tune in and let’s build a more inclusive future together.
Episodes
Saturday Feb 15, 2020
Saturday Feb 15, 2020
The IEP is the tool for designing and documenting inclusive education. This episode covers everything you need to know if you are on an IEP team in any capacity. Great for parents, teachers and administrators alike to really understand how the special education laws work together to help you document and create inclusive school experiences for students.
Thursday Jan 30, 2020
Thursday Jan 30, 2020
I love this episode! Here I am joined by artist and friend Sherrill Knezel. First, we discuss "seeing" in terms of visual representations (sketch noting) as an access point for students in inclusive classrooms. Second, she shares the art of really seeing students, loving them, and reflecting their best selves back to them- in a story about Jaden. You won't want to miss this one. AND she shares my favorite strategy for supporting a student who challenges the regular flow of the classroom. So...have a challenging student? Listen with your whole heart.
Saturday Jan 11, 2020
Saturday Jan 11, 2020
Superintendent Dr. Paul Gordon and I discuss what does honest conversation and courageous perseverance have to do with creating truly inclusive schools. Send this to your superintendent. Share with your administrators. Listen, enjoy and let's make schools excellent together!
Saturday Oct 19, 2019
Saturday Oct 19, 2019
In this episode Dr. Tanya Fredrich and I bring our collective years of expertise together leading Inclusion Institutes to offer you a road map to host your own inclusion institute in your area with our help. We share all of the exciting logistics to build a sustainable network of support for inclusion in your own backyard. Listen, take notes and share this with your administrators.
Monday Sep 09, 2019
Monday Sep 09, 2019
If you support, teach or love any person whose behavior is not easily understood, you must listen! Brianna explains some very humorous and very serious examples of how challenging behavior is often a sign of intelligence and is ALWAYS important communication.
Monday Sep 09, 2019
Monday Sep 09, 2019
Join us for this episode where Brianna Dickens shares many thoughts about the best and worst ways to help students create friendships in schools. You will not want to miss it! Also share with anyone who teaches or loves a person with Autism who may be longing for friendships and connections.
Friday Sep 06, 2019
Friday Sep 06, 2019
In this Episode Brianna Dickens tells you how to honor all different types of communication. If you work with, know, or love anyone who does not use speech reliably-- you MUST listen!
Friday Sep 06, 2019
Friday Sep 06, 2019
In this episode, Brianna Dickens and I discuss her experience in a self-contained special education and the work it took for her to be seen as competent. This is the perfect episode to share with anyone who knows and loves a person whose intelligence is not immediately obvious because of communication issues.
Friday Mar 08, 2019
Friday Mar 08, 2019
Everyone who is looking to create a more inclusive school district MUST listen to this one. Here I interview Dr. Tanya Fredrich- a giant in the area of inclusive leadership and director of student services in Elmbrook, WI. Please share it with every administrator in your life! We discuss many shortcuts and we warn you of potential obstacles on the way to making your inclusive dreams a reality. Have a seat—grab some paper and a pen (trust me).
Wednesday Feb 20, 2019
Wednesday Feb 20, 2019
In this podcast, my co-author Caitlin Caron and I discuss our brand new children's book The Too Much Unicorn. This book empowers girls everywhere to embrace the beauty of being joyfully, stylishly, and confidently your just right self. Share wildly with your TOO MUCH unicorns.