Kevin Schaefer (he/him)

Always learning, self-reflecting, and growing. Advocate for students and adults with learning challenges. He/Him

[Kevin Schaefer (he/him) @KevinESchaefer]

♥️🥰 See you there?

[Supporting Innovative Practices (SIP) @SIP_Impact_]

The SIP team is spreading our inclusion ❤️ at the @camtsspli. We'd 🥰 if you'd join us, introduce yourself, and connect on all things cultures of belonging, relationship-focused practices, and community-based policies. Deal?
#belonging #ittakesavillage #inclusionmatters #CAMTSS

[Kevin Schaefer (he/him) @KevinESchaefer]

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[Supporting Innovative Practices (SIP) @SIP_Impact_]

The students are ready...don't wait 84 years to register for the 3rd Annual SIP Virtual Inclusion Conference.
Register: https://t.co/UWWIH1ebWV
#inclusionmatters #ittakesavillage #belonging

[Heather DiFede @hkdifede]

As you dive into the @CCEECA Family Engagement Toolkit, consider how families are engaging in the IEP process. Check out this tool from
@hqiep that are built on the Family Engagement toolkit
https://t.co/mFT3OUmV8x

[Kevin Schaefer (he/him) @KevinESchaefer]

Time running out! Apply!

[California Transition Alliance @CATA_transition]

June 9th is the deadline so APPLY TODAY!
An opportunity to share the #Youth perspective on the Advisory Commission of #SpecialEducation.
Details 👇
@CalSCDD @DCDT_CEC @DREDF @ev_selpa @rcselpa @ESGVCAC14 @PomonaSELPA @CharterSELPA @SAUSDspecialed @SLO_SELPA @SupportforFams

[Supporting Innovative Practices (SIP) @SIP_Impact_]

Saying "In Support of Students" by K. Novak & K. Rodriguez is "A must-read and call to action" is putting it mildly...We stake our reputations on it.
The 6/7 release just might become a national holiday celebrated by inclusive ed. orgs EVERYWHERE!
Order: https://t.co/ryTxxWQcnN

[Kevin Schaefer (he/him) @KevinESchaefer]

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[Kevin Schaefer (he/him) @KevinESchaefer]

DAMMIT!…what are we waiting for?

[Supporting Innovative Practices (SIP) @SIP_Impact_]

Inclusion from birth-adulthood matters.
Ss w/ int./dev. disabilities matter.
College/career opportunities for Ss w/ int./dev. disabilities now exist.
We know ableist policies, practices & cultures exist in our ed system.
What are we waiting for?
Congrats Patrick & Thank You 🤟

[Kevin Schaefer (he/him) @KevinESchaefer]

It was a good day🥰

[Supporting Innovative Practices (SIP) @SIP_Impact_]

We are inspired and thankful for our Day 1 #sipcon2023 breakout session presenters!
We're not letting up on Day 2!
Registration is still open! https://t.co/4QGJwV09pS

[Kevin Schaefer (he/him) @KevinESchaefer]

Our @SIPInclusion Virtual Inclusion Conference is going to be “lit”…like the Sacramento Kings beam. Register even if only in celebration of my one and only sports reference ever. lol!

[Supporting Innovative Practices (SIP) @SIP_Impact_]

Register for the SIP 2nd Annual Virtual Inclusion Conference May 4/5!
* Redwood Seed Scholars Ss & Mentors
* CA Transition Alliance
* Andratesha Fritzgerald
* DJ BDiamond
* Sam Drazin
* East Valley SELPA
...and much more!
Network, learn & reflect TOGETHER!
https://t.co/4QGJwV0Hfq

[CCEE @CCEECA]

CCEE partnered w/@texthelp @Catlin_Tucker @OCDeptofEd @FritzTesha @KevinESchaefer @UDL_LA @LosAngelesCOE @NovakEducation @SIPInclusion @jamesmckenna @DavidToston & more to develop the "Why UDL" video series. Check out our #Fridayfeature to learn more: https://t.co/sCp7TvSq0o

[Supporting Innovative Practices (SIP) @SIP_Impact_]

Starting in T -5 minutes: Seeds of Change UPK Series: INCLUSION WORKS! Collaborative presentation by CPIN and SIP. If you are a procrastinator like me, we got you!!!
Register: https://t.co/RfmySLQpBA

[Kevin Schaefer (he/him) @KevinESchaefer]

Honored, excited, and every emotion in between to be part of this incredible series! @SIPInclusion @CADeptEd @ElDoradoCOE @RCOE @system_leads @CCEECA

[CCEE @CCEECA]

ICYMI: CCEE partnered w/ @texthelp @Catlin_Tucker #CAMTSS @OCDeptofEd @FritzTesha @CADeptEd @UDL_LA @LosAngelesCOE @NovakEducation @KevinESchaefer @SIPInclusion @jamesmckenna @DavidToston & more to develop the "Why #UDL" video series. Read about it here: https://t.co/LMDEPoFACl

[Megan Gross @MegNGross]

Wrapped up our Coaching for Equity series today with a focus on supporting implementation of UDL. Great to collaborate on @PowayUnified inclusive practices with induction & intern coaches, TOSAs, COSAs, & Tech & Innovation. Great minds are better together!

[Kevin Schaefer (he/him) @KevinESchaefer]

This team right here…I can’t even begin to tell you how committed to change the @SIPInclusion team is to disrupting the status quo…#dointhework

[Supporting Innovative Practices (SIP) @SIP_Impact_]

Join us on the inclusion bus! Our 2-day SIP team retreat addressed self-reflection, relationship-building, vision-setting, belief-alignment, & a focus on "results"...bottom line: no matter how difficult inclusion work is, we are here for it. Koi street art by Jeremy Novy! #belong

[Supporting Innovative Practices (SIP) @SIP_Impact_]

Inclusive Schools Week: Grateful for our time w/ @ECSE_LAUSD this AM. These #InclusionAccomplices are evaluating their learning spaces & practices for our youngest learners. TY Parks Huerta EEC & Esther Collins EEC for hosting us today. @DeanTagawa @ECE4LA @LAUSDSup #dointhework

[Kevin Schaefer (he/him) @KevinESchaefer]

I hear you @emily_ladau…@RAPinSAC are you listening? #fanmefeedme

[Supporting Innovative Practices (SIP) @SIP_Impact_]

"Special" needs are human needs & we all have human needs.
Listen to @emily_ladau's take: "My special needs are that I need U to fan me & feed me grapes like a queen...other than that, my needs aren't really that special."
SIP & Sam Inclusion Coffee Talk: https://t.co/jRS8R4SUrV

[Supporting Innovative Practices (SIP) @SIP_Impact_]

Start your week by exploring https://t.co/7VVkYwmioF website for resources focused on implementation of inclusive opportunities for Ss w/sig. cognitive disabilities.
VIDEO SERIES AVAILABLE NOW: Including Ss w/sig. cognitive disabilities in Tier 1 PBIS https://t.co/qa5uAvkfJn

[Kevin Schaefer (he/him) @KevinESchaefer]

Seriously, which students and families do you feel worthy of notifying of this opportunity? #share

[Supporting Innovative Practices (SIP) @SIP_Impact_]

Inclusion challenge:
Applications for the 2023 @ucdavis @UCDMINDINST Redwood Seed Scholars Program are now being accepted.
A four-year university residential program for students w/intellectual & developmental disabilities.
To whom will you forward this?
https://t.co/WVDFYWdoR3

[Kevin Schaefer (he/him) @KevinESchaefer]

Hard stop.

[Supporting Innovative Practices (SIP) @SIP_Impact_]

Let's be clear:
Determining 100% gen ed access to peers as the Least Restrictive Environment (LRE) is not the same as ensuring a meaningful inclusive environment experience rooted in belonging, relationship & community.
Jus' sayin'...Hard stop. 🛑
https://t.co/vRu4QYPZxC

[Kevin Schaefer (he/him) @KevinESchaefer]

You go…and don’t ever stop.

[Supporting Innovative Practices (SIP) @SIP_Impact_]

Granted, times are tough...still, we continue to be inspired by the reflective & progressive work continuing around inclusive education. UDL, Inclusion, Barriers, Lesson Planning, Belonging, Learner Variability, Expert Learners, Standards for ALL...
#vallecitounionschooldistrict