We Believe
All Students Can Learn and Thrive
Let's Redesign Special Education Together
About us
The Ability Challenge partners with schools, districts, and networks to develop and support authentically inclusive school communities and teams that work together to meet the unique needs of all learners.
OUR IMPACT
Our partnerships are transforming how students with disabilities are served in school.Students with Disabilities Impacted
School, District, and Network Partnerships
Administrators and Teachers Supported
OUR BIG GOAL
By 2045, 1 million more students with disabilities are on track to graduate, ready to thrive, and empowered to take on the world.Services that Meet Your Needs
Audit & Assessment
Our comprehensive special education audit process goes beyond surface-level evaluation to delve deep into the intricacies of your existing programs, policies, and practices.
Educator Training
Through engaging workshops, interactive discussions, and hands-on activities, we provide educators with the tools to implement inclusive classroom instructional practices.
Leader Support
Coaching empowers leaders with the knowledge, skills, and support necessary to lead and manage successful special education initiatives.
Tools and Resources
Our tools are expertly crafted to streamline processes, enhance collaboration, and drive positive change within special education programs.
A SHARED VISION FOR QUALITY
ABC's Thrive Framework
ABC's approach to building authentically inclusive schools is based on our Thrive Framework - describing the research-based core elements of a world-class special education program. Informed by feedback from over 1,000 educators and leaders from across the country, Thrive sets forth the knowledge, mindsets, and practices school leaders, educators, and student support staff need to transform how students with disabilities are served in school.
LATEST UPDATES
What's New From ABC?
November 1, 2024 | Administrators
Harnessing AI for Inclusive Education: Strategies for Special Education Leaders
"I don't have time to figure out another tech tool," we often hear from special education leaders. With mounting paperwor...
October 9, 2024 | Administrators
The LEA Representative: A Guide for School Leaders
Please scroll down to access our LEA Representative IEP Meeting Checklist, a fantastic resource to kick-start your traini...
September 4, 2024 | Administrators
Strategic Staffing in Special Education: Choosing the Right Model for Success
Picture this: It's a crisp September morning, and Principal Johnson walks into her office, greeted by a stack of urgent e...