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Supporting Inclusionary Practices

AWSP is proud to be one of many organizations involved with the IPPDP cadre as an external partner navigating the implementation of better inclusionary practices for Washington state educators; our focus being, of course, YOU, the building lead learners. Since November 2019, AWSP has embarked on a “fact-finding” crusade to measure the understanding of what inclusion and inclusionary practices are from our members’ perspective and evaluate what the immediate needs are in order to embed targeted inclusionary practices within all of our professional learning opportunities. 



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Trainings and Resources from Dr. Shelley Moore

Dr. Shelley Moore is a world-renowned educator, YouTube video sensation, TED talker, and our neighbor to the north. Based in Vancouver, B.C., Shelley Moore is a highly sought-after teacher, researcher, consultant, and storyteller. She has worked with school districts and community organizations throughout both Canada and the United States.



The Infrastructure of Inclusion

AWSP is excited to partner with Dr. Shelley Moore on "The Infrastructure of Inclusion." Advanced districts with previous training from Dr. Shelley Moore will be invited to set up collaborative coaching sessions to coordinate with the series

5 Moore Minutes + AWSP: Podcasts

We are proud to present Shelley Moore's special edition of 5 Moore Minutes videos and podcast in partnership with AWSP. Watch her videos on the role of place, the importance of presuming competence, and more.

Professional Learning From Internationally Renowned Inclusion Experts

We were able to bring you many incredible speakers and educators for free through our Inclusionary Practices grant through OSPI. Increase your inclusionary practices praxis with presenters Shelley Moore, Dr. Lauren Katzman, Dan Habib, Samuel Habib, LeDerick Horne, Keith Jones, and Dr. Alfredo Artiles. All of our inclusionary practices professional learning workshops, podcasts and resources are available on our LMS. 

Key Terms Related to Inclusionary Practices

As part of the Inclusionary Practices Project, many partners across the state are working collaboratively to align inclusionary practices. This includes the creation of agreed upon definitions of key terms related to inclusionary practices. 

Download Key Terms (PDF)

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The Ride Ahead Education Kits

Mishele Barnett, Communications & Digital Media Coordinator, AWSP
Oct 14, 2024

A person in a motorized wheelchair is shown triumphantly soaring in front of a road sign that reads ‘The Ride Ahead,’ with a vibrant city skyline in the background.

AWSP is a proud supporter of the new film, THE RIDE AHEAD, from father-son co-directors Samuel Habib & Dan Habib (creator of Including Samuel, Who Cares About Kelsey?, and Intelligent Lives).  THE RIDE AHEAD is the feature-length version of their Emmy Award-winning New York Times Op-Doc, My Disability Roadmap.

Film synopsis:  Samuel Habib is a typical 21-year-old, itching to move out, start a career, and find love. But no one tells you how to be an adult, let alone an adult with a disability. Can a community of disability activists help him follow his dreams?
Because AWSP was an early supporter of the film, we can make free copies of the Education Kit available, which will enable you to hold a public screening and continue to use the extensive resources in the Kit in perpetuity for professional development, transition planning, screening events, etc. 
 
 
In order to receive your Kit, please fill out this form. The film team will then be in touch with you in coming weeks.
 
We urge you to take advantage of this opportunity to create cutting-edge awareness and discussions about:
  • Disability justice
  • The vast possibilities for young adults with disabilities as they transition into adulthood
  • Life planning strategies
  • The critical role of mentorship
Learn more about The Ride Ahead film here.

October is Disability History and National Disability Employment Awareness Month