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.![group of diverse learners](https://21964411.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hub/21964411/hubfs/Icons%20Website%20ABC%20(11).png?width=300&height=300&name=Icons%20Website%20ABC%20(11).png)
Students with Disabilities Impacted
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School, District, and Network Partnerships
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Administrators and Teachers Supported
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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
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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
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?
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June 17, 2024 | Administrators
Decoding the Difference: What Administrators Need to Know about MTSS vs. Special Education
School administrators play a crucial role in ensuring all students receive the support they need. Two key systems of supp...
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May 31, 2024 | Our Work
Maximizing Student Success: The Pivotal Role of Collaborative Planning in Inclusive Education
Collaborative Planning is Key to Fostering Inclusive Education Collaboration is a key ingredient in creating authenticall...
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May 13, 2024 | Administrators
Intervention: Have We Gone Too Far?
In the ever-evolving education landscape, finding the right balance between targeted interventions and inclusive classroo...