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The Power of a Collaborative IEP for Your Autistic Child
Listen to it HERE! Parenting a child with autism comes with its unique set of challenges, and navigating the educational system is often...

DJ Nicholson
Jan 7, 20243 min read


The Christmas Pencil: A Gift from Michael
Listen to it here: The Christmas Pencil: A Gift from Michael As the holiday season approaches each year, I think back to a Christmas...

DJ Nicholson
Dec 21, 20232 min read


Outdoor Play Supports Learning for Kids with Autism!
As parents, we love to see the magic that happens when our kids step outside and engage with the world around them. For children with...

DJ Nicholson
Dec 8, 20232 min read


Special Education “Labels”: Another Barrier to Inclusive Learning
Author’s note: I am not a fan of "labels". I have seen over the course of my years in special education, so many instances of...

DJ Nicholson
Nov 17, 20232 min read


Learning Through the Lens of Equity
Equity. It's a word seen often in the news and social media in conjunction with diversity, equity, and belonging. Some might say "it's...

DJ Nicholson
Nov 3, 20233 min read


Inclusive Education: How Far Have We Come?
1975 seems like a very long time ago. I was only seven years old. 1975 was the year children with disabilities came to my elementary...

DJ Nicholson
Oct 29, 20232 min read


Breaking Down Learning Barriers for Children with Disabilities
In an inclusive and diverse society, every child deserves access to quality education, regardless of their abilities or disabilities....

DJ Nicholson
Oct 18, 20233 min read


What is Ableism and How Does It Affect Neurodivergent Kids in School?
Inclusion and equitable access to education are fundamental principles of a well-rounded society. However, ableism , the discrimination...

DJ Nicholson
Oct 6, 20233 min read


"My Child Is 'All Over the Place' and Can't Focus!
As parents, we're always curious about the various ways our children develop and grow. One important aspect of your child's development...

DJ Nicholson
Sep 22, 20232 min read


Understanding Free Appropriate Public Education (FAPE) for Your Child
As a parent, you want the best education possible for your child, and you've probably heard the term "Free Appropriate Public Education"...

DJ Nicholson
Sep 15, 20233 min read


Modified Instruction, Now What?!
Alternate learning standards, often referred to as alternate academic achievement standards or alternate assessments, are educational...

DJ Nicholson
Sep 8, 20232 min read


Empowering Every Child: The Vital Importance of Learning Tools for Kids with Disabilities
In a world that thrives on diversity, it's essential that we create an inclusive environment for every child to grow, learn, and succeed....

DJ Nicholson
Aug 24, 20233 min read


Examples & Benefits of Flexible Seating
Flexible seating in the classroom refers to a teaching approach that allows students to have a choice in where and how they sit during...

DJ Nicholson
Aug 18, 20232 min read


IEP vs. 504 Plan: What Does My Child Need?
So What's the difference? Both of these plans are designed to support students with disabilities in the educational setting, but they...

DJ Nicholson
Aug 18, 20232 min read


Back to the Ol' Routine... and School!
Aaahhh... routines. Sometimes, I suppose, routines can feel dull. As in "doing the same thing over and over again". Merriam Webster...

DJ Nicholson
Aug 4, 20232 min read


Artificial Intelligence: What's the Big Deal?
Such a "controversial" topic: Artificial Intelligence. The Oxford Dictionary defines artificial intelligence (AI) as "the theory and...

DJ Nicholson
Jul 26, 20233 min read


Can't Calculate?... Let's Investigate... Dyscalculia
Never heard of it? Many of us have heard of dyslexia, a learning disability that affects a child's ability to identify speech sounds and...

DJ Nicholson
Jul 20, 20232 min read


Is Using Assistive Technology Cheating?!
Picture this: Your students are taking a 10 question quiz to determine what they have learned about your lesson on the Inner Planets of...

DJ Nicholson
Jul 14, 20232 min read


Forty-four Percent of Children with Disabilities?!
Forty-four percent of parents of students with cognitive disabilities reported that schools abandoned their child’s legal right to access...

DJ Nicholson
Jul 7, 20232 min read


The "Do-be-do-be-do..." of Inclusion
Which one? What was once a catchy little ditty (think Frank Sinatra) to hum to yourself is now an option on how you view inclusion....

DJ Nicholson
Jun 23, 20232 min read
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