Podcast Guest- Student Advocacy Kelsy Baughman [Episode 61]
We’re thrilled to announce a milestone episode of Teach Task Box Inspire! Host Lisa Hollady welcomes her very first special guest – Kelsey Baughman, an experienced special education teacher with eight years of expertise. Kelsey works in a unique school setting where every student has special needs.
In this episode, Lisa and Kelsey dive deep into the critical topic of student advocacy. What does it really mean to champion your students’ needs, strengths, and voices? Kelsey shares powerful insights from her years of experience, providing both inspiration and practical strategies for teachers, parents, and anyone who supports students with special needs.
Kelsey discusses how to effectively advocate inside and outside the classroom, giving actionable advice you can use immediately. From understanding individualized student needs to collaborating with parents and other educators, this episode is packed with valuable takeaways.
Whether you’re a seasoned educator, a parent navigating special education, or a supporter of students with diverse learning needs, you’ll walk away feeling empowered to be a stronger advocate.
Don’t miss this inspiring conversation with our incredible special guest! Tune in to learn how to amplify your students’ voices and ensure they get the support they deserve.
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Teach, Task Box, Inspire: The Podcast is your go-to educational podcast dedicated to making your job as a special education teacher easier and more enjoyable. Your host, Lisa Hollady, is a veteran special education teacher with a passion for helping teachers like you make a real difference in the lives of your students.
In your demanding roles, you’re constantly juggling various responsibilities, from differentiated instruction and Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) to data collection, and, of course, teaching. That’s where task boxes come in.
Task boxes aren’t just teaching tools. They’re the key to unlocking student independence, student engagement, and personalized learning. Through this podcast, you’ll uncover the incredible task box benefits for your special needs students and practical implementation tips that you can take to your classroom.
Tune in each Monday for a new episode that will equip you with essential strategies and motivation to approach your week with confidence and enthusiasm. Topics will include task box activities, social and emotional development, adaptive teaching, inclusive teaching, supporting diverse learners, classroom management, scheduling, visual aids, and more.
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