Empowering An Army of Squeaky Wheels: Implementing Inclusive Technology Systems

Date
Thursday, October 12, 2023

Time
9:30AM – 12:00PM CT

Location
Closing the Gap
Minneapolis, MN

Presenters
Maggie Pickett, CAST

Audience
Conference attendees

Description

Challenged by systemic barriers that impact learner independence and participation, particularly for children and youth with identified educational disabilities? Are learners served on IEPs and 504s are reliant on a “squeaky wheel” to gain access to the accommodations and assistive technologies they require. This session will walk participants through the “what” and the “how” to implement an inclusive technology ecosystems. Attendees will leave ready to begin their inclusive technology journey. The result will be a district that will Empower an Army of Squeaky Wheels to ensure children and youth with disabilities in their district are getting access to the accommodations and assistive technologies they need.