Katie Fitch

(she/her) Diehard Peorian, Believer in People, Lifelong Learner

[CASEL @caselorg]

What is a “PechaKucha” at the 2023 #SELExchange?

A PechaKucha is a captivating 7-minute presentation style that combines personal narratives with 20 striking images. It's dynamic, concise, and engaging.

Here’s a sneak peek of our 2023 SEL Exchange PechaKuchas:

[Katie Fitch @KatieNFitch]

@RogueMTBC If I were still practicing that would have been great, but I (passionately) tried to start an internship and was ghosted by the org leadership that was supposed to advise.

[Marc Brackett @drmarcbrackett]

I’m continuously angered by trade books that conceptualize happiness as an “inside job.”

Kids, especially, need supportive environments.

I’m sickened by the recent news of the bullied middle school boy who was beaten to death.

It’s hard to be happy when the people and systems around us are mean and cruel.

It’s time for a universal education in #EmotionalIntelligence.

[timshriver @TimShriver]

The Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex has become a Certified Autism Center, signifying that the facility's staff have been trained to better accommodate visitors who have autism or sensory sensitivities. #Inclusion belongs everywhere! https://t.co/E95eWWXBhg

[Bradley University @bradleyu]

Students are having a #PurelyPeoriaSummer thanks to our friends at @DiscoverPeoria 😎☀️ Camryn & Anna went to Yeni’s Palarte after reading about their unique ice cream flavors here: https://t.co/FItzqe93Ar
Visit Discover Peoria for inspiration & start your #PurelyPeoriaSummer!

[Special Olympics @SpecialOlympics]

🇰🇪 @sokenyapro athlete Daniel Mutiso collapses from the exertion of winning the Men’s Level A 800m athletic competition finishing in 02:02.50.

All the hard work and training paid off for this very moment.

📸- Dillon Vibes #Berlin2023 #InclusionRevolution

[Katie Fitch @KatieNFitch]

“Have you met yourselves, Peoria?” 💛

#PeoriaIL #ChooseGreaterPeoria

[Katie Fitch @KatieNFitch]

It’s the first T-ball practice of the summer! #ChooseGreaterPeoria #PeoriaIL

[timshriver @TimShriver]

As our @SpecialOlympics athletes arrive from all corners of the globe to compete at the @SOWG_Berlin2023, I have a special message for you all! 🔽 #UnbeatableTogether

[Katie Fitch @KatieNFitch]

Just left an inspiring discussion with @ChooseGtrPeoria at the @PeoriaMuseum. And now wrapping up my work day with @zioncoffeeco. It’s so good to be a Peorian. #ChooseGreaterPeoria #PeoriaIL

[CASEL @caselorg]

Did you know that empathy plays a key role in social and emotional learning and is a part of the SEL competency “Social Awareness”? Check out this video from @bigthought's President and CEO, Byron Sanders, then learn about all 5 of the core SEL competencies, or #SELSuperpowers here: https://t.co/pftpGYeBga

[Katie Fitch @KatieNFitch]

What's every1's fav @UN disability-related SDG? I'll go first!

Goal 4: "inclusive and equitable quality education and promotion of life-long learning opportunities for all" #Envision2030

[timshriver @TimShriver]

@SpecialOlympics is proud to partner with the United Nations as part of our shared commitment to achieving the @UN Sustainable Development Goals on behalf of all individuals with intellectual disabilities. (1/2)

[Katie Fitch @KatieNFitch]

RT @TimShriver: A generation ago, surveys showed that employers were seeking the three Rs: reading, writing and arithmetic. Today, the lea…

[CASEL @caselorg]

Parents and educators agree: #SEL belongs in schools. But as demand has grown, so has confusion over what SEL is and isn’t. Let’s clear up some of the facts.

Learn more about how you can #LeadwithSEL: https://t.co/dF0lUYzfG0

[Katie Fitch @KatieNFitch]

I have read through this on repeat. This is a springboard for instilling attitudes of inclusion and I am absolutely giddy about it. #ChooseToInclude #HowCanIHelp

[timshriver @TimShriver]

🤝 @SpecialOlympics and the EASEL Lab at @hgse partnered to develop an explicit framework for inclusive mindsets and behaviors that enable and drive young people to include others. Read our research brief here ▶️ https://t.co/nZyPixW6Wa #ChooseToInclude

[Katie Fitch @KatieNFitch]

Community theater: a path to personal growth, inclusivity, and belonging.🐧 #7taps @7tapsHq
https://t.co/LmG8ZVNNC8

[Katie Fitch @KatieNFitch]

@kf_music What did you learn about going to Walmart?

[Dignity.Us @TheDignityIndex]

"If you want to change behavior, you label it, find a way to measure it, and do an intervention," said Tami Pyfer, co-founder of The Dignity Index. Help change our national political behavior for the better!
#politics #dignity #respect #dignityindex
@dallasnews @thecalltounite

[timshriver @TimShriver]

This week, @SpecialOlympics will once again meet with members of U.S. Congress to advocate for continued support of the #InclusionRevolution.

Inclusion benefits everyone, not just people with intellectual disabilities. It makes us ALL BETTER. #SOHillDay #ChooseToInclude

[Katie Fitch @KatieNFitch]

This executive director is #grateful for a team that is ready to #ChangeTheLandscape of employment opportunities in the GPA. The Picket Fence Family is at your service! Join the movement! https://t.co/0SCPwFErkt