Texas state senators and reps: You have to stop with the unfunded mandates in education. School districts are already strapped, and making new requirements without giving the funds to follow them TAKES $ AWAY FROM STUDENTS! If we care about kids, let's help school educate them. #texas #education

The deeper I dive into #entrepreneurship and #disability, the more I learn about this diverse group of business owners and what they need to thrive. This journal article by Hutchinson et al. (2021) draws some clear conclusions about business owners with intellectual disabilities. (1/3)

New TED & CEC Collaborative Podcast episode! Join us as we discuss the current state of teacher education with Dr. John Willis Lloyd. Link to the podcast is in our linktree: linktr.ee/cec_ted_policy

I got my 1st grader an analog clock for her room to help her learn to tell time. Yesterday she yells "Aah, I'm gonna miss story time!" (mind you, there is no specific time for story time) "This clock is stressing me out!" ...and this was her first experience of what adult life is like😆 #parenting

I have taught my 6 year old daughter many things, but the truth is she has taught me just as much! Here are 5 things I have learned from her this year. #parenting #newyear #edusky

I'll add "Pretty Perfect Kittycorn" to the list of books my kid loves that has been banned. We'll continue to read it, because it's a sweet story about friendship. Also, my kid thinks butts are funny. If kids relate or laugh at a story, that encourages them to read. We need more of that. #bookban 🦄

I've had lots of requests to rerun my adaptive teaching webinar, so I'm hosting another one on 20th January. See the link below for details. Lots of practical advice on strategies for an inclusive classroom. Pay what you can to attend. Please share. Thank you! www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/the-ultima...

Excellent article from @usatoday.com on dismantling the DOE & moving gen ed & spec ed to different departments, which "effectively segregates general & special education initiatives, & extinguishes the collaboration essential to serving and integrating all students." #EduSky #Education #DOE #sped

In celebration of IDEA turning 50 years old, we wanted to share a list of businesses led by individuals with disabilities that you can support during small-business Saturday or anytime you choose! bit.ly/IDEA50_shop #disability #business #shopping

Yesterday I attend the SACRD IDD & Disability Support Symposium. They have a newly designed portal to help individuals with IDD in the San Antonio area navigate resources. If you know someone who needs assistance, share the website! www.sacrd.org/directory/ #disability #IDD #SanAntonio #TX

Yesterday I sat outside and worked while my daughter played in the mud. She was absolutely giddy to be so messy, and I realized how I've been letting the stress of having to clean up afterwards keep me from letting her play like this. Messes can be cleaned. Memories are forever. ❤️

So many of us are fighting nasty autism disinfo, but we should also be proactive about sharing helpful autism info! Here are 11 ways to help make your autistic person's life easier. (Sometimes this info is helpful for autistic people, too!) thinkingautismguide.com/2017/04/elev... #neurodiversity 1/

This sounds like a fantastic opportunity for anyone interested in working on their PhD and improving the world of special education! #sped #EduSky #AcademicSky #Education

"SAMEE, which stands for Support and Mentoring Enabling Entrepreneurship, helps about 20 people explore and develop self-employment opportunities." You never know what you are capable of if you never get the opportunity to try it. Love this idea! #disability #entrepreneurship #self-employment

To celebrate IDEA turning 50, the Teacher Education Division (TED) podcast interviewed Dr. Sheila Bailey. She discusses her professional & personal ties to the world of special ed over the last few decades. Check it out! #IDEA #disability #sped #Education #EduSky open.spotify.com/show/3AQijEv...

Love this 😁

The Carl the Collector cartoon will feature a non-verbal character who uses an Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) device to communicate. #RepresentationMatters #autism #disability

Last week I had the opportunity to present research I've worked on at the Division of Career Development and Transition convention. This was a first for me! It was fun to talk to people about what we've been working on. #AcademicSky #DCDT #Transition

Children with disabilities deserve strong oversight & support. Staff eliminations to the Office of Special Education Programs (OSEP) threaten the implementation of IDEA and the rights it protects.📢 Urge Congress to restore OSEP immediately. #Education Find your reps: ballotpedia.org/Who_represen...

Apparently acing doctoral coursework is not a reflection of your ability to assist a 6 year old with their homework. #TheMoreYouKnow #AcademicSky

Did you know: -56% of workplace accommodations cost nothing and benefit everyone -Designing for disability often sparks innovations that improve customer experiences -Companies that embrace accessibility attract talent, build trust, and outperform their peers #NDEAM #disability #employment

October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month! #NDEAM People with disabilities can be an asset to your team! Harvard Business Review says "Employing people with disabilities can significantly improve an organization" Read more here: hbr.org/2023/07/disa... #disability #employment #HBR

Oct-National Disability Employment Awareness Month. Theme- "Celebrating Value & Talent." People w/ disabilities bring skills/creativity/perspective that strengthen all workplaces. Hiring barriers/bias shut many out. Raise awareness/challenge bias/promote inclusive practices that benefit everyone.

EDDIE Awards bolster entrepreneurs with disabilities roughdraftatlanta.com/2025/09/26/s...

In honor of National Coffee Day, check out the story of Nate and Good Cup Coffee! ☕ I've been lucky enough to try a cup from their mobile coffee cart, and it was fantastic! #coffee #entrepreneur #smallbusiness #disability #SanAntonio

Saran Tugsjargal advocated on behalf of special education students for the state disability commission, helping California change the label "emotional disturbance" to "emotional disability". What a fantastic example of self-advocacy turning into advocacy! #disability #education #EduSky #sped

Disability is not separate from humanity. It's a natural part of the human experience. Often times, disabilities can be a part of natural genetic variation. Celebrating our unique experiences makes us stronger, prepares us for a world full of differences, and promotes community and understanding.

Entrepreneur Showcase: Gracie's Doggie Delights "Gracie's Doggie Delights is operated by an enterprising young woman with Down Syndrome who loves dogs... Gracie is in charge of packaging and labeling with her three rescue schnauzers playing quality control." #disability #entrepreneur #downsyndrome

UTSA's Employ210 program is having their second Job Experience Event. This event is designed for neurodiverse individuals to get hands-on experience during a series of job-training rotations in culinary and catering. For details and registration, visit Employ210.com/Events. #SanAntonio #UTSA #job

Morgan’s, the nonprofit that provides ultra-accessibility, has started Morgan's Inclusion Institute to help businesses, organizations, and government agencies create spaces for individuals with disabilities through training. Story from @texaspublicradio.bsky.social #inclusion #business #SanAntonio

We often don't think about the mental load it takes to fit into a "regular" school day for students with #autism, #ADHD, and other #disabilities. We may provide accommodations for them, but we should recognize that they are making far more accommodations for us. #edusky #education #sped

Watch the latest Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (HELP) Committee hearing on “The State of K-12 Education" here: www.help.senate.gov/hearings #senate #education #edusky #k12ed

A small act of kindness can go a long way Image: www.instagram.com/amytangerine

"The decision to dismantle ACL (Administration for Community Living)... threatens to undermine the services that disabled and older individuals receive that enable them to live in their homes and communities." Read more in the report "Living Independently, Participating Fully" #disability #ACL

"...history reminds us that courageous, collective action can create lasting change". How can we support people with disabilities and their fight for inclusion? Read more here: www.rwjf.org/en/insights/... #disability #justice #inclusion

I found a large dry erase board at Goodwill and planned to use it to keep working notes for my dissertation. Well, the kiddo needed it more than I do right now, so a word wall and writing practice it is! #homework #EduSky #teacher #phd

❤️ this! Parents & community members finding solutions together. "Thrive will have low voltage lighting, gathering spaces that are sensory friendly... faucets & ovens shut off automatically if left on, among other well thought out elements" www.nj.com/realestate-n... #autism #disability #housing

“...I am living in a time where disabled people are more visible than ever before. And yet while representation is exciting and important, it is not enough. I want and expect more. We all should expect more. We all deserve more.” - Alice Wong #WednesdayWisdom #PwD #Quotes

I'm beyond excited for this opportunity! ✨

Education can feel like US vs THEM. It doesn't have to be! As a parent, I keep open communication with teachers & bring up concerns so we can solve them together. As a teacher, I worked to engage families & build a partnership. NTACT has info to help! transitionta.org/topics/famil... #edusky #sped

We took a little break before school started back up and visited North Cascades National Park, which was breathtakingly beautiful! It's the 2nd least visited national park, which blows my mind. If you ever get the chance to go, take it! #vacation #nps #northcascades

Entrepreneur Showcase: Candidly Kind! Grace Key started candidly kind 3/21/18 to spread light love and acceptance thru her original art and life. www.candidlykind.com #entrepreneur #entrepreneurship #disability #business

“Do things for people not because of who they are or what they do in return, but because of who you are.” Harold S. Kushner Kindness ripples. It travels further than we know. And sometimes, nearly always, it reaches exactly where it’s needed most. 🧡 #kindness #positivity Art by Joyfulsmolthings

Presented today at the UTSA Summer Bridging Institute about preparing students at any age for the transition to adult life! Along with training, we shared a padlet with lots of resources for teachers. Please feel free to use & share! tinyurl.com/bdyz9mhj #EDUsky #teacher #sped #education #transition

Affordable after-school programs are a necessity for many working parents. Withholding funding for this, English learners ,and professional development when schools have already allocated it into their budget will be devastating to students and communities. Time to call our reps. #EDUsky #school

Hey educators in San Antonio and the surrounding area! UTSA is having their FREE Summer Bridging Institute this week! I'll be presenting Thursday morning about preparing students for transition at any age. Click the link to sign up. Hope to see you there! #EDUsky #teacher #educator #SanAntonio #UTSA

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Have you heard of Person-Centered Planning? It can be a game-changer for people with disability! It brings everyone together as a support system for the individual to help them plan for their goals. Learn more here: opwdd.ny.gov/providers/pe... #personcenteredplanning #EDUsky #disability #sped