By Alice Doyel Guest blogger This blog post is taken from a written and spoken article from NPR on June 9, 2020. Read the full transcript. My Personal Statement: Having advocated for the rights of people with disabilities for a decade before moving to Seattle, this article tore at my heart on top of … Read more People with Intellectual Disabilities and Autism Die of COVID-19 at a Higher Rate
By Alice Doyel Guest blogger Here are takeaways from a conversation with Rose Spidell, Senior Education Ombuds, Office of the Education Ombuds (OEO), part of the Washington State Office of the Governor. Mission: OEO works with families, communities, and schools to navigate educational challenges and increase collaborative problem-solving so that every student can fully … Read more Positive Effects of New Washington State Laws on School Exclusions
By Joy Sebe, Advocacy and Civic Engagement Program Manager, Director of the Community Parent Resource Center, Open Doors for Multicultural Families Investing in Student Potential Steering Committee member In times like these, we are looking for inspiration. We are looking for strategies to help students with disabilities continue to learn while at home. Mahado … Read more Addressing Opportunity Gaps for Youth of Color with Disabilities: Serving as a Liaison Between Families and Schools