The Special Education Administrator’s Guide for Inclusive, Student-Centered Classrooms

For too long, schools have relied on the myth of the “average” learner, creating environments that overlook both student variability and the strengths diversity brings to a classroom. Special education administrators play a critical role in shifting this narrative—championing instructional design that fits students, rather than forcing students to fit the design. When educators design for difference, they unlock the conditions for all learners to demonstrate their full potential. In this session, special education consultant Kate Martin will provide special education administrators with practical tools to lead this shift across their schools and districts. By attending, you’ll gain:

• Turn-key resources for your teams to strengthen inclusive design
• New insights into why equality can unintentionally undermine fairness in learning environments
• Practical district-wide strategies to build shared ownership of meaningful inclusion with general education colleagues

Who Should Attend?

• Directors of Special Education / Special Services
• Supervisors of Special Education / Special Services
• District Leadership