Whose experience matters in the classroom?

Everyone’s.

Taught by experts in the field of inclusion, our workshops give teachers the insight and resources to help students with disabilities to learn alongside their peers in a general education classroom. From adaptive techniques for teaching to smart physical design, we’ve got it covered.

Multiple formats to fit your schedule

multiple formats to fit your schedule

Site Based

We’ll send one of our experts to your school to lead a hands-on workshop.

Live Webinars

Join us for a live presentation that includes an opportunity to ask questions.

On Demand Webinars

Watch one of our recorded workshops online whenever it’s convenient for you. Learn More.

A small sampling of our site-based workshops

Here are just some of the professional development workshops we have available. Contact us to explore all the options or discuss a customized option for your school.

This Chair Is Just Right! Understanding Sensory Processing as Part of Universal Design

Apply the basics of good sensory processing and learn how to transform each classroom for success using key design solutions and furniture/equipment selections. Perfect for architects and facilities planners

Adapted/Inclusive Art

Do you have students with special needs in your art class? Need ideas for more inclusive art lesson plans? This interactive art workshop has creative solutions for inclusive projects, fine motor adaptations, hands-on work stations and more! Perfect for Art Educators.

Sensory Solutions in the Classroom

Learn how to transform your classroom for success and get practical strategies for staying on task, transitioning, preventing meltdowns, and more. A favorite for teachers, therapists, and related service providers

Inclusive Early Childhood Learning Environments

Learn easy options for setting-up an inclusive EC classroom that will benefit special needs as well as typically developing children. Review of physical/sensory and social/emotional learning concepts for children with special needs will be covered. Novice and seasoned teachers will be able to immediately implement strategies to create a more inclusive learning environment.

A Practical Approach to Multi-Sensory Environments (MSEs)

Get simple tips for setting up your room, keeping data, and training staff, and see examples of basic component pieces and how they work. Great for teachers, therapists and support staff

10 Terrific Tips to Build Strong Fine Motor Skills

Review the basic components of the senses – especially how vision, movement, touch, and body awareness form the foundation for all fine motor skills – in this fun, interactive training. Great for early childhood educators

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