We Believe

All Students Can Learn and Thrive

 

Let's Redesign Special Education Together

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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.

How We Help

OUR IMPACT

Our partnerships are transforming how students with disabilities are served in school.
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Students with Disabilities Impacted

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School, District, and Network Partnerships

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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

We specialize in assisting schools, districts, and networks to develop sustainable systems that foster inclusive practices and ensure high-quality special education.
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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.

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Educator Training

Through engaging workshops, interactive discussions, and hands-on activities, we provide educators with the tools they need to expertly implement inclusive classroom instructional practices.

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Leader Support

Leader coaching is designed to empower educational leaders with the knowledge, skills, and support necessary to lead and manage successful special education initiatives.

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Tools and Resources

Our tools are expertly crafted to streamline processes, enhance collaboration, and drive positive change within special education programs.

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A SHARED VISION FOR QUALITY

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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.

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September 15, 2023 | Administrators

Transforming Behavior with Simple Shifts: The ACERS Framework for Classroom Transitions

Are you looking for a way to improve classroom management, reduce disruptive behavior, and enhance student engagement, es...

August 17, 2023 | Impact

New Case Studies Reveal Practical Strategies to Manage Disruptive Student Behavior

Over the past two years, The Ability Challenge (ABC) collaborated with AppleTree Early Learning Public Charter School - P...

June 20, 2023 | Leader Support

Building Distributive Leadership in Special Education – Case Study

Introduction It’s a familiar story for a K-12 school district: special education is owned by a single special education a...