Thanks for caring so much about kids y'all. Here's a collection of what I share with his teachers: - my first email introducing my son and SM - 1 pg about SM and tools to support - accommodations we've requested for his 504 Plan. Hope it's helpful. docs.google.com/document/d/1-g…

If your employer wants you to use multi-factor authentication, then I would say they need to provide you with two internet-connected devices to do it. I'm all for improved security, but since when was it ok to make my personal phone essential for accessing my work email account?

If you want to improve EQAO scores, focus on helping families rise out of poverty. Schools and teachers can work on improving instruction but other factors outside our control impact scores, too - likely even moreso than the factors within our control.

Break down accessibility barriers with this game-changing Chrome feature 💻 ! Screen reader users can now extract text from PDFs using Optical Character Recognition so they can access & read them. Explore this and more #a11y features: goo.gle/498PEom #Bett2024.

Universal Design for Learning (UDL) isn’t about erasing differences to make “one-size-fits-all” lessons and assessments. Instead, it’s about recognizing barriers, naming them, highlighting them, celebrating them, and designing for them.

Autism advocates call for more school supports after 7-year-old with autism found at 'busy intersection' baytoday.ca/local-news/aut…

Cleaning old files from my computer and found this image of the Four Agreements which apply in person and online and are timeless.

Everyone suffers when we cheap out on providing direct support for our most vulnerable learners. Many students with complex needs are overwhelmed and under-supported. Kids are in crisis. ⁦Stephen Lecce⁩, this is on you. #OntEd thespec.com/news/alarming-…

Visuals! Visuals! Visuals! Examples of #VisualSchedules 👍🏼 Today was a very productive day for John Cabot Catholic SS PIP student, PG 👌🏼 Way to go! 😁

Oral language development has been a HUGE instructional focus for me this year. But I can’t do it alone. Family connections & engagement is an essential aspect of my teaching philosophy and I am grateful for resources such as this Speech Sound Ladder from KidsInclusive|EnfantsInclus to share

Curious about echolalia? This article breaks it down, showing how echoing speech isn't just about repetition but about connection, processing, and self-regulation. Read the full blog here: buff.ly/4aBEHfW

Interested in joining our team? Learn more about this elementary teaching secondment opportunity. Watch our webinar bloorviewschool.ca/careers Applications due April 17th at noon Toronto District School Board Toronto Catholic District School Board Holland Bloorview

Students have different “learning styles”. True or false? I love how Anna Stokke isn’t afraid to tackle hot topics like this in her podcast episode with Daniel Willingham. Answer- FALSE (although more than 90% of teachers believe this may be true, there is no data to support that

Grateful to be able to share my story on CBS Mornings about how accessible technology such as iPad, continues to enable opportunities. It is my hope that by sharing my own journey, more people are able to gain access to the communication tools they need. cbsnews.com/video/nonspeak…

#ThrowbackThursday Using Book Creator Team w/ switch access in DK class for 1st time! Ss use one switch to read text & another one to turn page. It can help the student access the computer or IWB & promote independence & inclusion. #UDL #AssistiveTechnology #accessibility #SEL

It has been awhile since I’ve reviewed updated UDL Guidelines. Am VERY happy to see how much more encompassing, deeper, and connected to the truths of the individual learner through multiple means that these Guidelines have become. 🏅 They resonate!

⚡Gradual Release of Responsibility Instructional Model⚡ 📸 via Kentwood Public Schools #edutwitter #teaching #educoach