Episode 319: Inclusive School Communities with Tiffany Burns and Erika Bare

Listen to this episode from The Autism Helper Podcast on Spotify. In this episode of The Autism Helper Podcast, Tiffany Burns and Erika Bare discuss strategies for creating truly inclusive school environments for all learners. They cover key topics like the biggest obstacles to successful inclusion, practical ways to make classrooms more welcoming, the importance of collaboration among staff, and the vital role of teacher-student relationships in fostering inclusion. Tiffany and Erika also share tips for managing challenging behaviors within a range of settings, as well as advice for parents on how to advocate for more inclusive practices. Erika Bare has over 20 years of experience in education and currently serves as the Superintendent of the South Umpqua School District in Oregon. Tiffany Burns has spent two decades working in education and is an elementary school principal on sabbatical, focusing on supporting educators through the Connected Communicator Movement. Together, they co-authored Connecting Through Conversation: A Playbook for Talking with Students. https://www.connectingthroughconversation.com/transforming-student-behaviorThe $50 off discount code is: CTCPODCASTEpisode Transcription.----------------------------------------------Interested in our Year-Long Curriculum Access Subscription? Learn more about it here: https://theautismhelper.com/tah-curriculum-access/Join the waitlist for our Professional Development Membership: https://shop.theautismhelper.com/pages/membership-waitlistsWant more information about The Autism Helper Courses? Visit: https://theautismhelper.com/courses/Looking for a specific product or resource? Find it in our new Autism Helper Store! https://shop.theautismhelper.com/Or visit The Autism Helper store on TpT: https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/The-Autism-HelperStay up to date on all things Autism Helper by downloading our new, FREE app! Available on both the App Store: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/the-autism-helper/id1557724340 & Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.mightybell.theautismhelper&hl=en_US&gl=USGet all updates from The Autism Helper Podcast by clicking subscribe above. Head over to theautismhelper.com for more info. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, and Pinterest @theautismhelper.Our Sponsors:* Check out Armoire: https://armoire.style/SASHA* Check out Blueland: https://blueland.com/sasha* Check out Washington Red Raspberries: https://redrazz.orgAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy